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

South Korean singer Hyuna, 33, raised concerns about her health after fainting during a performance at the Waterbomb music festival in Macau on November 9, 2025.

Incident during the performance

Videos on social media showed Hyuna performing her 2011 hit "Bubble Pop!" when she suddenly fainted. Two backup dancers quickly assisted her, and a security staff member carried her off the stage.

Apology and update from Hyuna

Later the same day, Hyuna posted an apology on Instagram addressing her fans:

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

She mentioned having no memory of fainting and expressed regret to her fans in Macau who had come to see her live.

“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

Summary: Hyuna fainted onstage at a Macau festival but assured fans via social media that she is recovering and committed to improving her stamina for future performances.

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