Singer and Musical Actor Lee Seok Hoon Releases New Digital Single

The ballad track 'When It's Called Love' is his first release of 2026 following his 2025 mini album

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Singer and musical actor Lee Seok Hoon has released a new digital single, '사랑이란 건 (When It's Called Love).' This is his first release of 2026, following his fifth mini album, Renewed Purpose, in August 2025. '사랑이란 건 (When It's Called Love)' is a ballad track that quietly confesses the importance of time spent together, rather than shouting out loud about being in love.

Why it matters

Lee Seok Hoon is a well-known Korean singer and musical actor who has built a strong following through his work in both music and theater. The release of a new single is an exciting event for his fans, as it provides them with new music to enjoy and gives Lee Seok Hoon the opportunity to further showcase his talents as a versatile entertainer.

The details

After releasing Renewed Purpose, Lee Seok Hoon held a small-scale concert titled 쓰임 : 새로, 쓰임 (Purpose : Renewed Purpose) in September 2025 to meet his fans more closely. From January to March 2025, he played the main character, Gwynplaine, in the musical The Man Who Laughs, which was inspired by Victor Hugo's L'Homme qui rit. Then, from November 2025 to February 2026, Lee Seok Hoon took the role of Christian in the musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Now releasing new music after about six months, Lee Seok Hoon hopes to connect with his fans through music and prove himself again as a multi-talented entertainer.

  • Lee Seok Hoon released his fifth mini album, Renewed Purpose, in August 2025.
  • He held a small-scale concert titled 쓰임 : 새로, 쓰임 (Purpose : Renewed Purpose) in September 2025.
  • From January to March 2025, he played the main character, Gwynplaine, in the musical The Man Who Laughs.
  • From November 2025 to February 2026, Lee Seok Hoon took the role of Christian in the musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
  • Lee Seok Hoon has now released a new digital single, '사랑이란 건 (When It's Called Love)', in February 2026.

The players

Lee Seok Hoon

A Korean singer and musical actor under C9 Entertainment. He debuted in 2008 as a member of the vocal group SG Wannabe, then as a solo artist in 2010. He has played many notable roles as a musical actor since 2018, including Montague 'Monty' Navarro in A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder and, most recently, Christian in Moulin Rouge! The Musical.

C9 Entertainment

The entertainment agency that represents Lee Seok Hoon.

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What they’re saying

“This track conveys the gratitude one feels when encountering a lover, as well as the momentary uneasiness of treasuring time with a lover, in the most honest way, carrying the hope of continuing ordinary days filled with happiness.”

— Lee Seok Hoon, Singer

What’s next

Lee Seok Hoon hopes to connect with his fans through the release of this new digital single and continue to prove himself as a multi-talented entertainer.

The takeaway

Lee Seok Hoon's release of a new digital single, '사랑이란 건 (When It's Called Love)', showcases his versatility as both a singer and musical actor, and demonstrates his commitment to engaging with his fanbase through new music and live performances.