"Temporary Hiatus" SEVENTEEN's Seungkwan Suffers Ankle Ligament Tear

Seventeen Seungkwan. Photo by Pledis Entertainment

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Seul-gi] Seungkwan (22, real name Bu Seungkwan), a member of the idol group SEVENTEEN, has suffered an ankle injury.

On the 21st, the agency Pledis Entertainment stated on their official social network service (SNS), "Seungkwan recently injured his ankle while practicing choreography and immediately visited the hospital for examination and detailed tests."

The agency added, "He was diagnosed with a 'left ankle ligament rupture,' and according to the specialist's opinion that surgery was unavoidable, the surgery was performed last Saturday (the 18th). Currently, Seungkwan is focusing on rest and recovery after the surgery and plans to take a break for the time being to manage his condition and concentrate on recuperation."

They continued, "We will do our best in treatment and rehabilitation for Seungkwan’s full recovery, and from today onward, for the protection of the artist, Seungkwan will temporarily suspend activities and focus solely on recovery. We ask for your understanding in advance."

Meanwhile, Seungkwan debuted as a member of SEVENTEEN in 2015. Since then, he has actively participated in shows such as 'Unexpected Q,' 'Prison Life of Fools,' and 'The Eccentric Brothers.'

The full statement from Pledis Entertainment

Hello, this is Pledis Entertainment.

We are announcing regarding the injury of SEVENTEEN member Seungkwan.

Seungkwan recently injured his ankle while practicing choreography and immediately visited the hospital for examination and detailed tests. He was diagnosed with a ‘left ankle ligament rupture,’ and according to the specialist’s opinion that surgery was unavoidable, the surgery was performed last Saturday.

Currently, Seungkwan is focusing on rest and recovery after the surgery and plans to take a break for the time being to manage his condition and concentrate on recuperation.

Therefore, we will do our best in treatment and rehabilitation for Seungkwan’s full recovery, and from today onward, for the protection of the artist, Seungkwan will temporarily suspend activities and focus solely on recovery. We ask for your understanding in advance.

Also, until Seungkwan’s health is fully restored, SEVENTEEN will continue scheduled activities as a 12-member group for the time being.

We sincerely apologize for causing concern to fans with this sudden news. We prioritize the health of our artists and will do our utmost to ensure he recovers quickly and meets fans in good health.

We ask for your generous understanding and support.

Thank you.

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