In recent months, former THE9 members have not participated in collective activities, with public discussion largely shifting toward their individual careers. As expected in the post-disbandment phase of a temporary group, their visibility and momentum have begun to diverge significantly.
Among them, Esther Yu (Yu Shuxin) continues to generate the highest level of attention. She has repeatedly trended due to social media metrics and fan-related dynamics, including fluctuations in follower counts and fan community behavior. While these topics do not constitute direct controversy, their frequency highlights her sustained ability to drive online conversation and maintain a strong presence in the public sphere.
In contrast, Liu Yuxin has followed a notably steady trajectory. Without major controversies or viral moments, her recent activities remain focused on music performances and fashion appearances. This consistent, low-volatility exposure reflects a clear and structured development path, emphasizing professionalism over short-term buzz.
For Kiki Xu (Xu Jiaqi), discussions about potential new projects have surfaced sporadically, though most remain unconfirmed. As a result, she has yet to achieve a concentrated wave of attention tied to a specific release or announcement.
Similarly, Kong Xue’er has been mentioned in connection with possible acting projects. Although details are still limited, these ongoing mentions suggest a degree of anticipation surrounding her next steps, particularly in the film and television space.
Kong Xueer is clearly moving toward a more structured acting career. Recent industry data shows her involvement in upcoming drama projects such as Zhaoyang Princess (昭阳公主), which is part of the 2026 broadcast lineup . While she is not yet positioned as a top-billed lead, her steady presence in casting lists indicates that she is gaining consistent opportunities within the television production system.
This suggests that her agency is successfully placing her into projects, even if her roles remain secondary or transitional. Her career at this stage can be described as “in accumulation mode”: she is building credits, industry trust, and on-screen experience, but has not yet secured a breakout role that defines her market position.
The remaining members—Xie Keyin, Yu Yan, An Qi, and Lu Keran—have maintained relatively low visibility in terms of major trending topics. Their recent presence has been shaped more by routine activities and scattered appearances rather than large-scale public discussion.
Zhao Xiaotang’s trajectory appears less clearly structured. While she has participated in acting projects in previous years and maintained some level of exposure through performances and variety appearances, there is currently no strong evidence of a major, recently released or officially confirmed project driving her visibility. Compared to Kong Xueer, her career lacks a clear directional push—whether toward acting, music, or variety dominance. This results in a “low-visibility stability” phase: she is not absent from the industry, but her exposure is fragmented and not anchored by a defining work.
Overall, the current landscape reflects a clear differentiation in career momentum among former THE9 members. While a few continue to command strong attention, the majority are navigating a more gradual and stable phase. This pattern aligns with the typical trajectory observed after the disbandment of limited-time idol groups, where individual positioning and project selection become key factors in shaping long-term development.
