Korean Singer Hyuna Collapses On Stage At Music Festival In Macau, Apologises To Fans

Korean Singer HyunA Collapses on Stage at Macau Music Festival

South Korean singer HyunA fainted during her performance at the Waterbomb 2025 music festival in Macau on Sunday, November 9. She was performing her hit "Bubble Pop!" when she suddenly collapsed, causing the show to pause temporarily.

Immediate Response and Health Concerns

Backup dancers quickly came to her aid, and security helped carry her off the stage. The incident sparked concern regarding her health, especially following her recent rapid weight loss.

Background on Weight Loss and Medical Condition

HyunA recently shared on Instagram that she lost 10 kilograms (about 22 pounds) in one month through a strict diet after marriage in October 2024, following pregnancy rumors tied to weight gain.

She was diagnosed in 2020 with vasovagal syncope, a condition that causes sudden blood pressure and heart rate drops, often triggered by stress, fatigue, or extreme dieting.

Expert Opinion

Medical professionals note that rapid weight loss can cause nutritional imbalances and fatigue, factors that likely contributed to HyunA's fainting during her performance.

HyunA's Message to Fans

"I'm truly, truly sorry..."

After regaining consciousness and resting, HyunA apologized to her fans, known as "A-ings," via Instagram for the incident.

Industry Context

This event has ignited discussions about the intense beauty standards and pressure within the K-pop industry on artists' health and well-being.

Summary: HyunA’s onstage collapse highlights the physical toll demanding beauty standards and rapid weight loss can have on K-pop artists, raising awareness of their health challenges.

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NDTV — 2025-11-10