On June 2, SM Entertainment released an official statement announcing NingNing's sudden halt from aespa's group activities.
According to the agency, NingNing was absent from aespa's stage performance at the "K-Wave Concert Inkigayo," which took place in Incheon on the same day (June 2). SM elaborated that NingNing had visited the hospital after experiencing signs of dehydration and exhaustion during practice.
It was reported that medical professionals had advised NingNing to rest and regain her health. Furthermore, SM assured fans by stating that NingNing's health will be prioritized and that the agency will do its best in order for her to focus on her full recovery.
Read the agency's full statement below:
"Hello. This is SM Entertainment.
We would like to inform you about aespa member NingNing's absence from today's scheduled performance at the 'K-WAVE' concert.
During rehearsals, NingNing felt symptoms of dehydration and exhaustion, causing her to receive medical attention at the hospital immediately. According to the medical team, she was advised to rest and recover.
Consequently, we would like to let you know that NingNing will be unable to participate in the "K-WAVE" stage. We would also like to apologize to our fans for this sudden news.
We will do everything we can to ensure that the health and safety of our artists are our top priority, so they can focus on their recovery.
Thank you."
On platform X (Twitter), MYs expressed their concerns and left warm messages for the idol. Here's how they reacted to NingNing's sudden absence:
tOp pRiOriTy 🙄 if that were true, you would have managed their schedules well enough for your artists to have ample rest considering that one of them is supposed to be recovering from surgery. 😒 https://t.co/eI9URtO69H
In other news, NingNing appeared on the May 29 episode of Girls' Generation Hyoyeon's YouTube show "Hyoyeon's Level Up." In the show, NingNing and Hyoyeon showcased their adorable chemistry while enjoying a meal.
However, the aespa maknae left a lasting impression on Hyoyeon and a memorable highlight for fans. While the two were being served their food, NingNing happily uttered how excited she was, which led to a random "niahong" cat-like noise.
At first, Hyoyeon was first confused with the expression and even asked NingNing if saying "niahong" was the trend nowadays. The "Armageddon" singer then explained how the phrase was her habit, "It's kind of my habit. It's annoying and cute, right?"
To know more about their w holesome interaction, clickhere!
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