He reassured fans not to worry and promised a speedy recovery.
FTISLAND recently renewed their contract with their agency.
Choi Min-hwan of FTISLAND experienced a fainting incident during a live performance, causing concern among fans. On February 3rd, he took to the fan communication platform to share, 'This is the first time I've fainted since debut, and I know this must have surprised everyone.' He admitted to being equally shocked by the incident, stating, 'I was aware my health wasn't great, but I didn’t expect it to be this serious.' Currently, he reassured fans that he is recovering well and is 'eating and resting properly, so there is no need to worry.'
Choi expressed apologies to the fans and audience for the scare, while thanking the festival organizers for their concern, pledging to return to drumming energetically soon. The incident occurred on January 31st during the '2026 First Music Station' event held in Goyang, South Korea. His agency, FNC Entertainment, confirmed that he displayed temporary signs of fainting but emphasized that there were no significant health issues detected.
Recently, FTISLAND has extended their contract with FNC Entertainment, hinting at new activities on the horizon.
Choi Min-hwan's fainting incident has sent shockwaves through the fan community. Being a live performance, it raised significant concerns regarding his health among fans. Given FTISLAND’s active schedule as a rock band, this situation has sparked discussions about the importance of physical well-being and stress management. Fortunately, Choi's optimistic recovery updates provide reassurance.
Moreover, FTISLAND's recent contract renewal with FNC Entertainment signifies their commitment to ongoing activities, paving the way for growth despite individual challenges. The focus on Choi’s health during this incident highlights crucial conversations about team dynamics and the necessity for balanced workloads, ultimately influencing their upcoming engagements positively.
Overall, Choi’s candid updates to fans demonstrate a growing awareness of his social responsibilities. This approach may guide him to return stronger in future performances, fostering trust and a deeper connection with fans.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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