Making Fans Miss Them, These 5 Idols Have Taken a Long Hiatus Due to Health Problems

Kapanlagi.com - Being an idol comes with its own immense pressure. Always being the center of attention sometimes makes an idol feel like they have no privacy. Hundreds, thousands, even millions of fans who constantly scrutinize and even interfere with an idol's life can make them feel stressed and experience anxiety disorders.

Because of the demands, pressures, and competition in the entertainment world, many Korean idols choose to take a hiatus or temporarily leave the entertainment industry to focus on their mental healing. However, it is not uncommon for Korean idols to go on hiatus due to physical illness or even accidents, like these idols. Who are they?

1. Ya An Pentagon

Ya An Pentagon (credit:instagram/yanan.ptg)

Korean boy group member from China, Ya An, once took a long hiatus from the entertainment world. This hiatus was done on July 5, 2017, when he suffered an injury during practice. Not kidding, Ya An had to undergo surgery and couldn't participate in the comeback.

After two years, Ya An made a comeback to greet fans in Pentagon's 4th debut anniversary. Cube Entertainment, as Pentagon's agency, even made a special video for Ya An to celebrate his return to the entertainment world. Ya An has many fans because of his charming visuals and his position as a sub-vocalist.

2. Wendy Red Velvet

Wendy Red Velvet (credit:instagram/todayis_wendy)

This beautiful member of the Korean girl group Red Velvet apparently experienced a one-year hiatus. Wendy from Red Velvet had to take a hiatus due to a serious injury she suffered. In a live event held by Red Velvet in August 2021, Wendy from Red Velvet recounted the chronology of her injury.

Wendy from Red Velvet fell from a high stage and suffered a fractured hip and cheekbone. She also added that her hiatus period greatly helped her recover both physically and mentally. Wendy from Red Velvet also expressed her gratitude for the support given by fans and she is happy to be able to join their comeback single titled Queendom.

3. Mingi ATEEZ

Mingi ATEEZ (credit:instagram/mingi_1122)

Hiatus in November 2020, Mingi ATEEZ apparently experienced unstable mental health conditions. KQ entertainment, as the agency of ATEEZ, stated that Mingi ATEEZ needs time for counseling until his psychological condition improves. The agency also revealed that Mingi ATEEZ is experiencing anxiety disorders and needs as many prayers and support from fans as possible for Mingi ATEEZ to recover soon.

Now, Mingi ATEEZ has returned active in the group and can resume activities as before after a 3-month break. Mingi ATEEZ, who has a champion visual, apparently plays the role of main dancer and rapper in the ATEEZ group. Not only that, Mingi ATEEZ also contributes greatly to writing ATEEZ songs. Truly salute to Mingi ATEEZ who has a lot of talent!

4. Jaemin NCT Dream

Jaemin NCT Dream (credit:instagram/na.jaemin0813)

Member NCT Dream with a lot of fans, Jaemin NCT apparently had a long hiatus that made fans miss him. In 2017, fans were left wondering about the sudden disappearance of Jaemin NCT. SM Entertainment, as the agency of NCT, clarified that Jaemin NCT was experiencing health problems and needed time to rest until he fully recovered.

Apparently, Jaemin NCT suffered from a herniated disc in his spine. This caused Jaemin NCT to experience severe pain when he had to perform choreography. A year later, Jaemin NCT returned to the group and greeted the fans. However, it turns out that the pain felt by Jaemin NCT has not completely healed, as revealed in a clip where Jaemin NCT explained that he still experiences occasional pain and it takes a long time to fully recover.

5. Jungyeon TWICE

Jungyeon TWICE (credit:instagram/jungyeontwice)

Jungyeon TWICE is once again in the spotlight due to her ongoing mental health condition. In August 2021, JYP Entertainment officially announced that Jungyeon TWICE is experiencing anxiety and panic disorder. This led the TWICE agency to decide to give Jungyeon TWICE a break until she recovers.

In October 2021, Jungyeon TWICE also took a short break from group activities due to her unstable mental health condition. Currently, Jungyeon TWICE is still undergoing the healing process, which is why there is a reduction in Jungyeon TWICE's group activities. Upon hearing about this condition, ONCE continues to provide maximum support to Jungyeon TWICE so that there is no need to worry. ONCE will remain faithful and wait until Jungyeon TWICE fully recovers. Stay strong, Jungyeon TWICE!

It turns out that a hiatus is the best way for them to receive the rest they deserve and think clearly. Salute to the idols who continue to persevere and bring happiness to their fans in any condition. Hopefully there will be no more idols who have to experience health problems and go on hiatus. Pray for their continued health, KLovers!

Written by: Salma Tsabita Wiradara

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