UNIS member Kotoko shocked fans after she fainted on stage, in the middle of the group's performance. Since then, both the idol and her agency have spoken up on the matter.
On August 3, 2024, UNIS performed at the 2024 Midsummer Night's Cultural Festival: Mini K-POP Concert." During the event, they performed several exciting songs, including a cover of TWICE's hit single, "What is Love?" However, an unfortunate incident occurred at the end of their performance; Kotoko suddenly fainted on stage.
To those who romanticise kotoko’s low weight I hope this reminds you how dangerous it is pic.twitter.com/F32JazN2df
— hera ☆ | starving september (@beomluvr553) August 4, 2024
The remaining members, visibly panicked, immediately stopped performing to check on her condition. The stage lights were quickly dimmed, and Kotoko was taken backstage to rest. Soon after, their agency, F&F Entertainment, shared a statement. They revealed that Kotoko had been rushed to the hospital and was currently resting.
kotoko faints on stage during concert her body is not used to perform yet i hope she's okay now please take care of her :(( pic.twitter.com/cPSjBxYFQE
— arya loves wooseok ♡ (@pentagonalways9) August 4, 2024
A clip of Kotoko fainting while on stage quickly made its rounds on social media. Concerned fans and netizens worried about Kotoko's health, prompting the young idol to reassure fans through a post. In her post, she wanted to reassure fans and stated that her strength was restored through rest. She asked fans not to worry and promised she would take care of her health.
Hello, I'm KOTOKO
— UNIS WORLDWIDE 🌎 (@unisworldwide) August 4, 2024
I came here because I thought you'd be worried. My physical strength has been restored a lot through rest and stability! so that you don't worry about it. I'll work hard to take care of my stamina. Thank you for your concern Thanks to your concern I'm all better pic.twitter.com/4FaDWijuqn
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Kotoko is a member of UNIS, a girl group formed in January this year through the survival program "Universe Ticket." The group consists of members Jin Hyeon Ju, Gehlee Dangca, Kotoko, Bang Yunha, Elisia, Oh Yoona, Nana, and Lim Seowon. UNIS officially debuted on March 27.
The group's lineup shocked many when their ages were revealed. The youngest member, Lim Seowon, was born in 2011, making her only 13 years old. Additionally, UNIS includes three members born in 2009 (15 years old), three members born in 2007 (17 years old), and one member born in 2001 (23 years old).
Their young debut ages have raised concerns and criticism towards the group's management company. This partnered with Kotoko's fainting incident and her noticeably thin appearance, has fueled accusations that the girls, who should be in school, are debuting too early and working excessively. Many are questioning if this constant workload is leading to burnout and whether it is the right decision for these young idols.
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Written by Alexa Lopez
