Fans believe he tried to prepare them.
Koreaboo
1 hour ago
Following the news of ENHYPEN’s Heeseung leaving the group, fans have begun revisiting past messages from leader Jungwon, believing he may have been subtly preparing fans for the news.
After Heeseung shared a heartfelt letter explaining his decision and reflecting on his six years with ENHYPEN, many fans expressed shock and sadness over the sudden announcement. As discussions spread across online communities, some ENGENE began looking back at Jungwon’s previous comments to fans.
One statement that caught particular attention was when Jungwon told fans that he can’t stop them from being sad, but he could make them happy. This was said late February, just a few weeks before news of the departure.
Jungwon’s Weverse reply. | @wonwonjpg/X
At the time, many fans interpreted the message as Jungwon comforting them during a difficult period. However, after the recent developments, some believe it may have been a subtle way of acknowledging that fans might soon feel hurt or disappointed. Not only that, other fans also recalled Jungwon making comments about how “nothing lasts forever,” which some now believe may have been an attempt to prepare fans emotionally.
A comment during a live stream. | @wonwonjpg/X
As Jungwon is the leader of the group, some netizens believe Jungwon may have been trying to avoid giving fans false hope while still offering comfort.
Jungwon is truly the best leader.. he has been hinting and scared at the same time.. I hope the boys are okay and not blaming them for things that happened.. my sevEN.. :((( https://t.co/9CiNeDjg7j
— Isha. (@driveforth) March 10, 2026
he was honest with us since the beginning of this new year…
I can’t even imagine what jw and members might be feeling rn, it must be so tough moment for them, i just hope they don’t go hard on themselves.. pic.twitter.com/5jROZnkJ7J
— hazel🐰( exam break ) (@wonwonjpg) March 10, 2026
Fans shared their thoughts online, with some expressing sadness after revisiting the messages.
there were signs 🙁 https://t.co/5EMfPq4BFz
— 그냥 cici 🌕 ENHYPEN IS 7 (@yjwuser_) March 10, 2026
Many fans also expressed their worry for Jungwon.
he is such a good leader. 🥹😭 i hope they’ll be okay. https://t.co/BkNaHv8eOh
— blanca 🐾 (@femmenayeon) March 10, 2026
Others pointed out that while Jungwon’s messages felt odd at that time, it all made sense now.
when i saw the first pic before, i dont understand why he would want to stay in that moment and not look forward to the future… if it was really abt this, then idk anymore ☹️ https://t.co/ZPp6Zymjmc
— 🌼 nadee | fan acc (@choisunoo_kun) March 10, 2026
You may read more about Heeseung’s departure below.
Heeseung Withdraws From ENHYPEN
ENHYPEN