SEOUL - Hyein, a member of the popular K-pop group NewJeans, will be absent from upcoming promotional activities for their new single "How Sweet" due to a foot injury, the group's agency announced on Wednesday.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the agency managing NewJeans, Hyein suffered a hairline fracture on the top of her foot during a practice session last month and has since been taking a break from her duties. The agency shared on the Weverse K-pop fan community platform that Hyein will not participate in the formal promotional activities for "How Sweet," which includes appearances on TV music programs and performances, based on medical advice to minimize movement and allow for recovery. While her participation in other scheduled activities may vary depending on her recovery and further medical advice, her health remains a priority. NewJeans is set to release "How Sweet" on May 24.