South Korean pop star HyunA, 33, sparked alarm among fans after collapsing mid-performance during her hit song Bubble Pop! at a music festival in Macau. The incident occurred suddenly onstage, prompting immediate assistance from security personnel and backup dancers, who helped the singer offstage. Reports indicate the collapse followed a rapid weight loss of 10 kilograms in one month, raising concerns about her health and workload.
Following the incident, HyunA took to social media to address her fans with an emotional apology. “I’m really sorry. I don’t remember anything that happened, and I feel like I wasn’t professional,” she wrote, expressing both remorse and concern for the disruption. She revealed she had been experiencing fatigue and memory loss around the event, which contributed to the episode.
Saw hyuna passed out in Macau on threads while performing bubble pop. I know she's kinda controversial, but i really hope she's okay.#hyuna #hyunakim #bubblepoppic.twitter.com/XeAKhNKmlT pic.twitter.com/6W4ikE1600
— Irisz Cassia || SEVENTOEIGHT (@IriszCassia) November 9, 2025
According to The Korean Times, HyunA has been diagnosed with vasovagal syncope, a condition that causes fainting when heart rate and blood pressure drop suddenly due to stress, dehydration, pain, or emotional strain. Though generally benign, it can be frightening and may require medical management through hydration, rest, and avoiding known triggers.
Born Kim Hyuna in 1992, HyunA first entered the spotlight in 2007 as a member of the pioneering girl group Wonder Girls but departed shortly after due to health issues. She reemerged two years later as the main rapper and standout performer of 4Minute, quickly earning recognition for her confident stage presence and dynamic choreography. Known as K-pop’s “sexy icon,” she pushed creative boundaries in an industry often known for its conservatism.
HyunA later formed the provocative co-ed duo Trouble Maker with Hyunseung of BEAST, scoring major hits with Trouble Maker (2011) and captivating audiences with daring performances. Her global profile soared after appearing in Psy’s viral phenomenon Gangnam Style (2012) and its spin-off Oppa Is Just My Style, exposing her charisma to millions worldwide.
Following 4Minute’s disbandment in 2016, HyunA built a thriving solo career with tracks like Bubble Pop! (2011), Red (2014), and Roll Deep (2015), blending pop hooks with bold hip-hop flair. In 2018, she and fellow artist Dawn (Kim Hyo-jong) publicly confirmed their relationship, defying strict K-pop dating norms and later parting ways with Cube Entertainment.
Now under P NATION, the label founded by Psy, HyunA continues to champion authenticity and self-expression with releases like Flower Shower (2019). Despite her recent health scare, fans worldwide continue to rally behind the star, admiring her resilience and unwavering commitment to her artistry.
