KATSEYE’s Manon To Miss Tokyo Concert Due To Health Issue; Fans Concerned As Group Cancelled Summer Sonic Osaka Earlier
K-pop global girl group KATSEYE has been hit with another setback on their Summer Sonic schedule. Member Manon will not be performing at Summer Sonic Tokyo on Sunday, August 17, after her health condition worsened upon arrival in Japan. This announcement comes right after the group was forced to cancel their Summer Sonic Osaka appearance on August 16 due to two other members falling ill. At the time, the group stated that both members had since recovered and were cleared to fly to Tokyo, raising anticipation that the Tokyo stage would go ahead with all six members.
Manon to miss Tokyo concert
In an official statement, the group’s community manager shared, “We are very sorry to share that Manon will not be able to perform at Summer Sonic Tokyo on Sunday, August 17, as her condition has declined upon landing in Tokyo. She has since made the decision after consulting her doctor to rest in order to recover as soon as possible.”
The statement further reassured fans, noting that the health and safety of the members is the top priority. “We know many EYEKONS were looking forward to seeing all KATSEYE members on stage at Summer Sonic Tokyo and we sincerely apologize for the unforeseen change. We wish Manon a speedy recovery.”
Fans react to KATSEYE’s statement
However, with Manon pulling out at the last moment, fans have expressed mixed emotions online. Some showed concern, writing: “she’s always sick, i wonder if she has a weak immune system or smth.” Others criticised the harsh tone of such comments, defending her need for rest. “Is that good? OF COURSE NO, why are you complaining about someone putting their health first? Why do u want them to suffer too?”
A fan got concerned and wrote, “I’m honestly worried since they have a tour coming up and it’s back to back so how are they gonna combat this”.
Netizens reaction to Manon missing Tokyo concert
The discourse highlights a familiar struggle in K-pop, idols often face immense pressure to perform despite health concerns. While some fans voiced frustration over repeated cancellations, others called for empathy. “Ppl are so ruthless in these comments man… these ppl are humans. God forbid someone has a sense of empathy,” read one response.
As KATSEYE continues its activities without her, fans hope for Manon’s swift recovery and for the group to return to the stage at full strength.
AloJapan.com