Kim Heechul's Side: "Not Leaving, Just Can't Perform on Stage... Misunderstanding Due to Editing"

Group Super Junior member Kim Heechul/Photo by Kim Heechul Instagram capture

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kang Juhee] Regarding Super Junior member Kim Heechul's mention of suspending his activities with Super Junior, the agency stated that this is not true.

On the 17th, SJ Label, the agency of Super Junior's Kim Heechul, explained, "Kim Heechul is only unable to perform on stage, but he is still participating in albums and content," adding, "Kim Heechul is still a member of Super Junior. It seems there was a misunderstanding due to editing."

Earlier, on the 16th, Kim Heechul revealed on JTBC's variety show 'Love of 7.7 Billion' that "14 years ago, I had a serious traffic accident and broke my left leg. I couldn't even run. While doing stage activities and concerts, about 6 to 7 years ago, my leg condition worsened, so I went to the hospital and was told that I might not be able to use my leg in the future and might not be able to walk," and said, "I told the members, 'I don't think I can continue team activities anymore, and my career as a dance singer is over. I'm sorry, but I don't think I can do it anymore.'"

He continued, "At that time, the members said, 'What does it matter? You don't have to dance on stage. If we all go together, we can overcome it,' but I said, 'I'm very grateful, but I don't want to be a burden anymore. I'll stop here and try to live hard in another way,' so I left."

Kim Heechul was injured in a traffic accident in 2006 during Super Junior's activities, receiving seven metal rods implanted from his left ankle to his femur and hip bone. Since then, his leg condition has not improved, making it impossible for him to dance on stage. Kim Heechul only participates in album recording, jacket shoots, and music video filming for team activities.

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