Ahead Of NewJeans Comeback, Hyein Must Rest Due To Injury During Training

Hyein NewJeans/PHOTO via Instagram @newjeans_official

JAKARTA - NewJeans' youngest member Hyein had to temporarily stop her activities due to her recent injuries.

ADOR, a NewJeans agency, said that the injury suffered by an idol with Lee Hyein's full name occurred while undergoing training.

"We regret conveying bad news about NewJeans member Hyein. She will take a break from her activities due to her injuries during training," reads ADOR's official statement, citing Soompi, Friday, April 12.

Hyein's injury occurred to her leg, which had been carried out a thorough examination, and it was recommended that the idol limit her movement to recovery.

The pain at the top of his leg during training prompted him to (go to) the hospital, where he underwent a thorough examination and found a microfracture in his leg, ADOR said.

Medical staff advised him to limit his movement as much as possible until he recovered. Therefore, Hyein will stop his activities and focus on recovery.

It was not clear how long Hyein had to take a break from her activities with the group, because NewJeans would make a comeback on May 24.

Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein will make a comeback with a double single with the titles Bubble Gum and How Sweet.

Especially for Bubble Gum, the snippet of the song has been released as part of a shampoo product advertisement in Japan.