K-pop singer Hyuna collapses on stage at Waterbomb music festival in Macau

K-pop singer Hyuna collapses on stage at Waterbomb music festival in Macau

On November 9, 2025, South Korean singer Hyuna, aged 33, fainted while performing at the Waterbomb Macau music festival, causing concern for her health.

Incident during performance

In videos shared on social media, Hyuna was seen performing her popular 2011 hit "Bubble Pop!" when she suddenly collapsed. Two backup dancers quickly assisted her, and a security staff member helped carry her off the stage.

Hyuna's response and apology

Later that day, Hyuna addressed her fans on Instagram to apologize and reassure them about her condition.

“I’m truly sorry. It was only a short time since my last performance, but I wanted to show you my best side.”

She also added she had no memory of fainting and apologized again to those in Macau who had come to see her show.

“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 several K-pop groups, including Wonder Girls, 4Minute, and Triple H.

Author's summary: During a performance at Macau's Waterbomb festival, K-pop star Hyuna fainted on stage, later apologizing on Instagram and promising to improve her stamina.

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The Straits Times The Straits Times — 2025-11-10