In a week filled with significant transitions for the global K-pop group ENHYPEN, fans have received another piece of administrative news regarding the group’s digital content.
On March 12, 2026, BELIFT LAB officially announced that the group’s popular weekly YouTube variety series, “EN-O’ CLOCK,” will be entering a temporary hiatus.
The show, which has been a staple for the fandom (ENGENE) by providing a glimpse into the members’ personalities and team chemistry through various games and challenges, was originally scheduled to release a new episode on the day of the announcement.
However, the production schedule has been adjusted to allow for a brief period of restructuring and preparation.
BELIFT LAB Issues Official Statement on Content Schedule
The announcement came via a formal notice from the agency, aimed at informing the global audience of the change in the Thursday release schedule.
BELIFT LAB emphasized that the break would be relatively short-lived, with a planned return in the coming month.
The agency’s full English statement is as follows:
“The ‘EN-O’ CLOCK’ series, which was scheduled to be released every Thursday, will be taking a short break. We will return with even better content in April. We ask for your kind understanding.”
This move is seen as a necessary step to ensure the quality of the content moving forward.
Variety shows like “EN-O’ CLOCK” require significant planning, filming, and editing time, and a short hiatus allows the production team to pivot and refresh their creative direction.
While the absence of a weekly episode is disappointing for fans who look forward to the series every Thursday, the promise of “even better content” in April suggests that the show may return with new concepts or improved production values.
The agency’s plea for understanding highlights the logistical complexities involved in maintaining a long-running weekly series amidst other group activities.
A Turning Point: Restructuring Following Heeseung’s Departure
While the hiatus was framed as a production break, it cannot be viewed in isolation from the major organizational changes currently occurring within ENHYPEN.
Earlier this same week, BELIFT LAB made the shocking announcement that Heeseung, a core member of the group, would be departing to embark on a career as a solo artist.
This departure marks a pivotal moment in the group’s history, as Heeseung was known for his significant contributions to the group’s vocal and performance identity.
Following this news, the agency confirmed that ENHYPEN will move forward and continue their official activities as a six-member group.
The hiatus of “EN-O’ CLOCK” likely provides the group and the staff the necessary time to adjust their content to reflect this new six-member dynamic.
Editing and filming a variety show requires careful attention to group chemistry, and the departure of a member necessitates a shift in how the remaining members interact on screen.
This period of transition is crucial for the group to find their new rhythm and for the fans to adjust to the new lineup.
Despite the hiatus, ENHYPEN remains highly active on the global stage, with the group recently sweeping top spots on the Billboard World Albums chart alongside other major K-pop acts like ATEEZ and IVE.
As April approaches, ENGENEs are eagerly awaiting the return of their favorite variety show, hoping to see how the group will continue to connect with their audience in this new chapter.
The hiatus of “EN-O’ CLOCK” is not just a break in the schedule, but a moment of reflection and recalibration for a group that has consistently proven its resilience and global appeal.
With the promise of refreshed content and a commitment to their fans, ENHYPEN’s return to the variety scene is expected to be a meaningful and highly anticipated event.
