ENHYPEN member Jay has once again faced health challenges, this time during the group's ongoing tour in Japan. The issue came to light after Jay experienced significant knee pain following the first day of their performances in Hiroshima as part of the ENHYPEN FATE PLUS IN JAPAN tour on June 26, 2024.
In response to Jay's condition, Belift Lab, the agency managing ENHYPEN, released an official statement on June 27, 2024. The statement acknowledged Jay's health concerns and the medical advice received locally in Hiroshima.
According to Belift Lab, Jay was advised by medical professionals to minimize strenuous movements, including choreography and intense performances.
[NOTICE]
— ENHYPEN ASIA 🗝️ (@AsiaEnhypen) June 27, 2024
ENHYPEN Jay’s Health Condition and Future Schedule Update
Hello,
This is BELIFT LAB.
We would like to provide you with information regarding ENHYPEN member Jay’s health and future schedule.
Following the ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR ‘FATE PLUS’ IN JAPAN - HIROSHIMA 1st concert… pic.twitter.com/xpHMo56IuJ
The statement reads:
"Hello.
This is Belift Lab. This is regarding ENHYPEN Jay's health condition and his upcoming schedules.After the first day of shows for ENHYPEN FATE PLUS IN JAPAN Hiroshima, Jay experienced knee pain and was treated and diagnosed by local medics. As a result, they advised him to refrain from strenuous movement including choreography and performances, etc.
Although the artist himself possesses a strong will to participate, following the advice from the medics, we will be minimising his movement during today's show. He will not participate in the sound check and will perform on a chair without dancing for the show. As for Music Core in Japan, ENHYPEN will perform as 6, without Jay. We ask fans for their understanding.
The company prioritizes the health of the artist and will do our best in his treatment and recovery so that he can meet fans healthily as soon as possible.
Thank you."
- Belift Lab
Despite the compromise made for the concert, Jay will not be participating in the upcoming Music Core in Japan on June 28, 2024. This marks a recurrent issue, as fans point out Jay's previous struggles with knee problems dating back to the group's US tour in late 2023.
thank you for working hard during US tour even though you had to endured the pain in your knee. you did so well and i’m beyond proud of you. now it’s time for you to rest properly, your health is the most important thing, jay. i love you so much 🫳🤍pic.twitter.com/r5VrRVyySS
— rin ౨ৎ (@jaysphile) October 23, 2023
is jay wearing a knee supporter? 😭 my jeongseong, i'm still hoping it's for precautions and that youre not in pain... pls be well my love :(((( pic.twitter.com/17K6gJBfj0
— 🍰 (@chizzkeyt) November 16, 2023
Fans of ENHYPEN have voiced their frustrations over what they perceive as inadequate management of Jay's health by Belift Lab. Concerns have escalated as Jay's knee issues seem to persist, with visible signs of discomfort observed as early as November 2023, when he was spotted wearing a knee supporter.
This rly isn't funny, I need @BELIFTLAB to take this seriously. "Our artists' health is our top priority" when said artist has endured knee pain for a year now–every single leg of the tour that's been going on forever. How many wv notices are u gonna release before u wake tf up?
— jay (@jongseongsjay) June 27, 2024
Jay’s knee pain has been going on for a long time right?? With Belift fcked up schedule, it will never heal. They talk abt prioritizing the artists health but can’t even consider giving them a rest. Fck u @BELIFTLAB
— tashi (@en_tashii) June 27, 2024
Many fans argue that the agency's actions appear reactive rather than proactive, waiting until the situation worsens before taking substantial measures. They highlight Jay's relentless schedule and the pressures of preparing for ENHYPEN's upcoming comeback amidst an extended tour and other promotional activities.
The group's packed schedule continues unabated, extending well into August, culminating in a comeback slated for July 14, 2024.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
