K-pop singer Hyuna collapses on stage at Waterbomb music festival in Macau
South Korean singer Hyuna, 33, fainted during her performance at the Waterbomb Macau music festival on November 9, 2025, raising concerns about her health.
Videos shared on social media showed Hyuna performing her hit song "Bubble Pop!" from 2011 when she suddenly collapsed. Two backup dancers immediately came to her aid, and a security staff member carried her offstage.
Hyuna's response and apology
Later the same day, Hyuna posted on Instagram to apologise to her fans and reassure them. She wrote in Korean:
“I’m truly sorry. It was only a short time since my last performance, but I wanted to show you my best side.”
She said she did not remember fainting and expressed regret to fans in Macau who had come to see her perform, adding:
“I’ll try to build up my stamina and work hard consistently. It will be so great if everything goes my way, but I’ll try my best.”
Background
- Hyuna is a former member of K-pop groups including Wonder Girls, 4Minute, and Triple H.
- The incident occurred during a festival performance on November 9.
Hyuna's fans and the public are hopeful for her speedy recovery as she commits to improving her stamina.
Author’s summary: Hyuna suffered a fainting episode onstage but reassured fans through social media, promising to build her strength and continue performing.