Joy, Ray, Chenle suspend activities due to health reasons
The death of the late Moonbin, importance of mental care
A mature fandom and an entertainment company that does not only pursue money
The death of the late Moonbin, importance of mental care
A mature fandom and an entertainment company that does not only pursue money
There continues to be news of idols suspending their activities. Not only can there be physical health issues, but mental pain is also a reason for cessation of activity. A warning was issued about idols' 'murderous schedules'. There is a need for clear care for industry players.
NCT's Chenle will not attend the Manila and Singapore concerts. SM Entertainment, the agency, announced this through the official fan community on the 27th. SM Entertainment said, "NCT's Chenle is in poor physical condition due to cold symptoms, so he will inevitably be unable to participate in the NCT Dream Tour "The Dream Show 2: In a Dream," which was scheduled for Manila on April 29th and 30th and Singapore on May 1st. (NCT DREAM TOUR “THE DREAM SHOW2: In A DREAM”).”
Fans were worried before feeling sad that they would not be able to meet Chenle. Due to the nature of concerts that require long tours, the health of idols is of utmost importance.
On the 26th, the group Red Velvet Joy temporarily suspended her activities. As expected, ‘poor physical condition’ was the problem. SM Entertainment, her agency, said, "Joy recently visited the hospital due to poor health, and through consultation and examination, the medical staff said she needed treatment and stability. Joy will not participate in schedules for the time being and will rest and work on recovering her condition." “It’s a plan,” he said.
Red Velvet, of which Joy is a member, recently launched its fourth solo concert, 'Red Velvet 4th Concert: R to V'. The start of the concert was announced at the KSOP Dome in Seoul Olympic Park on the 1st and 2nd.
Afterwards, the global tour ended at The Star Theater in Singapore on the 21st. In addition, a total of 13 performances were scheduled to be held in 10 cities including Yokohama, Manila, Bangkok, Jakarta, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, and London. In addition to group activities, Joy has continued to be active, including hosting SBS' 'TV Animal Farm'. As he was involved in broadcasting as well as concert tours, it was predictable that red flags were raised about his health.
There are also idols who declared ‘cessation of activity’ as soon as they started their album activities. Ive Rayda is back with his first full-length album ‘I AM’. On the 11th, his agency Starship Entertainment said, "Lay felt unwell, such as heart palpitations and tightness, so he went to the hospital for consultation and examination. He was diagnosed by the medical staff as needing treatment and stability." He added, “We have decided to temporarily suspend activities to recover our health.”
Idols' 'cessation of activity' is not just due to physical problems. Symptoms of psychological anxiety can sometimes cause cessation of activity.
The late Moonbin, who sadly passed away on the 19th. The lessons he taught were a wake-up call to the industry. He revealed that he had always been mentally challenged. He also sought advice from senior singer Kim Jong-kook. Kim Jong-kook said to Moonbin, "Your personal life, your life as a person, you must focus on it unconditionally. It is difficult for your work and your life as a celebrity and singer to be your life until you die. Your own life must be healthy so that you can do the rest." “You must be happy as a person,” he said. These words remind us of the importance of mental care for idols.
The good news is that, unlike in the past, a culture has emerged that puts artists first. A mature fandom understands a star's hiatus. Additionally, the agency considers the artist's health as its top priority. Idols who have stopped their activities for a while just need to stand back in front of their fans with a healthy body and mind.
Reporter Junho Yoon, Ten Asia delo410@tenasia.co.kr