"Boys Planet" Favorite To Compete In New Survival Show...Months After Declaring Intentions To Stop Pursuing His Idol Dreams

Ma Jingxiang was one of the most popular contestants on Boys Planet. Known for his deer-like visuals and model-like height, he made a buzz from the first episode of the show.

The idol hopeful did not make it to the final debut lineup and was eliminated at 30th place. In February 2024, he announced to fans that he would be halting his pursuit of being an idol due to health reasons. He confessed in a letter that his psychological health was not faring well and he had been taking medicine and seeking treatment. Despite that, he felt tired out, stating that he would stop being an idol.

What am I to do? Even though I’m receiving treatment, I’m tired. I can’t meet my fans in bad shape, so it’s a pity but I probably won’t be an idol moving forth. I’m so so sorry to the fans who have loved and supported me.

— Ma Jing Xiang

Fans were shocked to see him making a return to the industry just months later. PROJECT7, a new survival show, announced him as a contestant.

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