They are declaring a return after a hiatus of 1 year and 5 months.
The agency has announced plans for various activities starting with this subunit release.
[TV Daily] The group LIGHTSUM breaks a long hiatus and returns with a subunit. Cube Entertainment has announced that the subunit, consisting of members Sangah, Chowon, and Juhyun, will release a digital single in January. The reveal of member photos has already sparked anticipation among fans.
The trio hinted at their unit activities by covering 'Golden', an OST for the Netflix animation 'K-Pop Demon Hunters'. This comeback is interpreted not just as a subunit return, but as a reclaiming of their place in the industry, with the agency stating plans for various activities in the future. This development is seen as a crucial step in restoring their presence in the competitive K-pop scene.
LIGHTSUM has endured a hiatus of 1 year and 5 months since their last release in August 2024. The protracted absence without new music has led to concerns regarding their identity and direction, causing some fans to speculate about disbandment. This anxiety was exacerbated by news of Cube Entertainment preparing a new girl group, raising questions about LIGHTSUM’s future in the industry.
The comeback of LIGHTSUM's subunit can be viewed as a pivotal first step in addressing their long hiatus and alleviating fans' concerns. With members Sangah, Chowon, and Juhyun reemerging through a cover of 'Golden', there lies potential for them to redefine their musical direction and identity. Fans are eager to see if this subunit activity can pave the way for their return to the spotlight.
In the competitive K-pop landscape, where new groups are constantly debuting, the subunit's return is crucial for LIGHTSUM to reclaim their long-established presence and affirm their connection with fans. It remains to be seen whether this comeback will mark a significant turning point in dispelling the worries of their fanbase.
While the agency has mentioned plans for LIGHTSUM to continue their activities in 2026, fans are left wondering about the specifics of these plans and the vision moving forward. There is a hope that the subunit activities will serve not just as a temporary measure but as a stepping stone for the group's long-term growth and success.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
