A major event recently shook the entertainment world: Xiao Zhan changed his Weibo username from “X玖少年团肖战DAYTOY” to simply “肖战” (Xiao Zhan). Though this seems like a simple update, it quickly caught widespread attention, trending on social media and sparking speculation that this move marks the start of a new chapter in his career.
Group-Wide Name Change Signals Possible X Nine Disbandment
Xiao Zhan isn’t the only one—other members of X Nine, such as Xia Zhiguang and Zhao Lei, also removed the “X玖少年团” prefix from their Weibo names on the same day. This collective action led fans and netizens to wonder if the idol group, formed in 2016, is officially disbanding.
Shortly after, the official X Nine Weibo account posted a farewell message filled with hints about the group going separate ways, although no formal announcement of disbandment was made. Xiao Zhan, as the last member to change his name, appears to be closing this chapter of the group era and stepping forward as an individual artist.
Profile Updates Highlight Key Works and Career Focus
Along with the name change, Xiao Zhan’s Weibo bio was revised. Notably, projects like “Go Ahead” and “Ace Troops” were removed, leaving only “Cang Hai Zhuan,” “The Oath of Love,” and “The Untamed.”
These three dramas represent key milestones in his career: “The Untamed” catapulted him to stardom, “The Oath of Love” marked his successful transition to mainstream acting, and “Cang Hai Zhuan” reinforced his status as a leading man. This refined selection sends a clear message: Xiao Zhan lets his works speak for him and is committed to deepening his acting career.
Fans Celebrate While Controversy Persists
Fans, known as “Little Flyers,” immediately celebrated the change, leaving congratulatory messages and organizing giveaways themed “Ten Years of Transformation” and “New Freedom” to support him.
However, some netizens expressed doubts—accusing him of “riding on the success” of “The Untamed,” and worrying if he can maintain popularity outside the group context.
Regardless of mixed opinions, Xiao Zhan’s name change undeniably marks a turning point, symbolizing his evolution from idol group member to dedicated actor.
As the saying goes: “Every farewell is the beginning of a new life.”
By dropping the “X玖少年团” prefix, Xiao Zhan may be stepping confidently into his next chapter as “Actor Xiao Zhan.” We look forward to seeing him bring more impressive performances and grow steadily in his career.
