Nearly a decade after debuting together in Wanna One, Lee Dae-hwi and Kim Jae-hwan are under the same roof again — just not as a group this time. AB6IX’s Lee Dae-hwi has officially signed with Off The Record Entertainment, joining his former bandmate at the agency.
What Was Announced
On August 7, Off The Record Entertainment confirmed the exclusive contract, describing Lee Dae-hwi as an artist with “outstanding musical talent and a diverse array of charms.” The agency pledged full support to help him “display his wide range of talents.” Lee Dae-hwi responded warmly to the news, saying he was “extremely delighted” to start this new chapter and promising to show growth “across a variety of fields.”
Lee Dae-hwi: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| New Agency | Off The Record Entertainment |
| Signed | August 7, 2026 |
| Group | AB6IX (debuted 2019) |
| Prior Group | Wanna One (2017–2019) |
| Labelmates | Kim Jae-hwan, Kim Feel, Ha Hyun-sang |
The Wanna One Connection
Lee Dae-hwi and Kim Jae-hwan first debuted together in 2017 as members of Wanna One, the project group formed through Produce 101 Season 2. After the group disbanded, Lee Dae-hwi went on to debut again in 2019 as a member of AB6IX, while Kim Jae-hwan pursued a solo career under Off The Record Entertainment. Their reunion under the same agency brings a nostalgic full-circle moment for fans who followed both of their careers since Wanna One.
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What’s Next
With Off The Record Entertainment already home to artists across music and acting, Lee Dae-hwi’s move suggests he may be looking to expand his own range beyond AB6IX activities — mirroring the multi-field growth the agency promised in its statement.
