Kep1er has canceled an upcoming fan signing event due to health concerns 4 Kep1er members.
4 Kep1er members fall ill and push for cancellation of fan signing event
The group’s agency released a statement on December 27. He announced that the members Yujin and Hikaru he had tested positive for influenza type A. This was just a day later Chaehyun and Dahyun it was confirmed that they contracted the same virus.
“Please be advised that the fan signing event scheduled for Saturday, December 28th has been completely canceled due to members Yujin and Hikaru being diagnosed with influenza type A“, reads the statement.
“All members visited the hospital this morning and were tested for influenza type A, and a total of four Kep1er members have been diagnosed with the virus. In accordance with medical advice that all members require isolation and rest, the scheduled fan signing event has been cancelled.“he added.
“As the decision to cancel the event was made for the health of the artists and the safety of the fans, we ask for your understanding,” the statement continues. “Refund information for the fan signing event will be provided through the record company. Once again we apologize to the fans who have been waiting [for the event]and we will do our best to help our artists recover their health.”
Fans react to canceled Fan Sign event
The announcement sparked strong reactions online. While many expressed genuine concern for the well-being of Yujin, Hikaru, Chaehyun, and Dahyun, others criticized the delay in canceling the event. Some netizens argued that the fan signature should have been canceled immediately after the first two diagnoses were revealed to prevent the virus from spreading further.
Fans have also expressed concerns about the group’s overall schedule, pointing out that the members appear to be overworked and in need of adequate rest. Many have urged the agency to ensure that Kep1er is given sufficient time to fully recover.
