5th Gen Idol’s Brother Reportedly Set To Debut Triggers “Nepo Baby” Allegations

Recently, an online community post went viral for RIIZE Anton’s younger brother, garnering over 45,000 views.

In the post, they revealed photos of Anton’s younger brother, born in 2009, and stated he was an SM Entertainment trainee.

Previously, rumors spread about his brother being a trainee as photos of him spotted at the SM building were posted online.

5th Gen Idol’s Brother Allegedly Spotted As SM Entertainment Trainee

Earlier this year, he was also reportedly spotted at the 2025 SMTOWN Live concert, seated among other trainees.

RIIZE Anton’s Younger Brother’s Recent Appearance Seemingly Confirms Rumors Of His Trainee Status

However, K-netizens called the brothers out for being “nepo babies.”

• “So what…”
• “Nepo nepo.”
• “I saw his brother’s face, but he was ugly.”
• “These two aren’t that great…Anton looks handsome in his baby photos, but after he debuted, I was like ‘what?’ Even his personality… his brother will probably be the same…they really have it easy thanks to their dad…”
• “Another nepo baby like his brother.”
• “I think he looks better than Anton.”
• “Guess he’s debuting soon, seeing that this is going viral.”