ENHYPEN Ni-Ki Unexpectedly Confirms Heeseung’s Departure During Live, Sparking Heartbreak

ENHYPEN’s Ni-ki is facing intense fan reactions after a brief comment during a recent Weverse Live.

The controversy began when Ni-ki was asked to perform the choreography for “XO” solo. He hesitated, questioning if it made sense to dance to an ENHYPEN song alone. Ni-ki explained that the choreography is meant to be seen as a full group performance and doing it solo “would have little meaning.”

What caught fans’ attention was Ni-ki referring to ENHYPEN as “six members” instead of the usual seven.

Fan: “Show us the XO choreography.”
Ni-Ki: “XO? Haha. Is it okay for me to do an ENHYPEN choreography by myself? Do you want to see me do it solo? XO is nice, but the choreography (shakes head)… you have to watch all six members. There’s no point in doing it alone.”

Following Heeseung’s withdrawal earlier this month, ENHYPEN’s lineup has been a sensitive topic. Ni-ki’s words quickly gained attention as many fans saw it as a subtle but clear acknowledgment of the group’s current status.

Fans quickly reacted online, with some heartbroken by the comment, seeing it as confirmation that the members have accepted Heeseung’s departure.

“oh fuck…. ni-ki was saying is it okay if i dance alone to enhypen songs..? u have to see it as 6 members tho… ” — @haeeleeee

“6 of us” then i got shot 4104948 times — @xoretic

Others argued that Ni-ki’s statement should be taken as a sign to stop demanding Heeseung’s return.

“we want members to speak up” here y’all go ni-ki said it SIX now stfu — @yunkillit

As the situation unfolded, Ni-ki’s choice of words added fuel to an already emotional situation surrounding ENHYPEN’s lineup after Heeseung’s exit.