Lee Chan-won Returns with Second Full Album 'Challan (燦爛)', Hinting at Mature Autumn Vibes

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Lee Chan-won Returns with Second Full Album 'Challan (燦爛)', Hinting at Mature Autumn Vibes

Seungho Yoo · September 27, 2025 at 10:12

Singer Lee Chan-won is set to release his second full-length album, 'Challan (燦爛)', on October 20th, marking his return to fans with a new musical offering. This album, his first full-length project in approximately two years, promises to deliver a heightened sense of autumn sensibility, aiming to create unforgettable moments with his audience.

Recently, Lee Chan-won heightened the anticipation for his comeback by unveiling concept photos for 'Challan (燦爛)' through his official social media channels. In the released images, he strikes natural poses against serene backdrops or gazes intently at the camera, showcasing a more mature masculine charm that has shed his boyish image. This transformation has been met with an enthusiastic response from his fans.

The album title, 'Challan (燦爛)', derived from Chinese characters meaning 'brilliant shine,' signifies Lee Chan-won's journey so far and the radiant moments he plans to share with his fans in the future. This deeper meaning embedded in the album title is expected to resonate deeply with his listeners.

Further enhancing the album's lyrical atmosphere, additional photos capture Lee Chan-won strolling through the city on a cool autumn afternoon. His pensive expression and calm gaze amplify the emotional depth of the album, offering a glimpse into his evolved artistic sensibility.

This upcoming release follows his first full-length album, 'ONE,' in 2023, and marks his return to a full-length album project after about two years. Composer Cho Young-soo has taken on the role of overall producer, with a stellar lineup of artists including Roy Kim, lyricist Kim Eana, producing team Rocoberry, Lee Yu-jin, Han Gil, Five Talents, and Lee Gyu-hyung contributing to elevate the album's quality. Expectations are high for Lee Chan-won's new musical journey.

Lee Chan-won first gained recognition after securing the third position, 'Mi (美)', in the TV Chosun audition program 'Mr. Trot' in 2020. He demonstrates a broad musical spectrum by performing not only trot but also various other genres. His approachable and cheerful demeanor has also led to active participation in variety shows, earning him widespread popularity.