Hikaru is taking a break from promotions. The FANTASY BOYS member has been confirmed to go on hiatus due to poor health issues. Unfortunately, this means the group’s Japanese member will also be unable to join the upcoming schedules in Japan.

FANTASY BOYS’ Hikaru Confirmed For Temporary Hiatus

On October 22, FANTASY BOYS’ agency POCKETDOL STUDIOS offered an explanation regarding Hikaru’s recent absence in the Japan promotional event for their debut album ‘NEW TOMORROW’. In their official statement, the company also explained that Hikaru’s absence is a result of his poor health condition. They also emphasized that the main focus will be on prioritizing Hikaru’s well-being and providing him with the necessary time and care for rest and recovery.

“Due to poor condition, Hikaru will not be participating in the FANTASY BOYS’ debut album ‘NEW TOMORROW’ promotion event scheduled today as rest is necessary and Hikaru’s recovery is top priority,” the statement read. “In addition to that, whether Hikaru will be participating in future schedules will be determined based on Hikaru’s recovery.”

“With that, we would like to ask for your understanding that Hikaru’s health is top priority and this decision made. We hope for Hikaru’s speedy recovery and will also do our best,” it continues. “We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused to the fans who are always supporting FANTASY BOYS and will also continue to do our best to take care of the health of FANTASY BOYS members.”

In related news, FANTASY BOYS is also expected to release new music in November. The comeback is also set to happen only two months after the idol group debuted in September.

FANTASY BOYS was formed through the MBC reality competition show “Fantasy Boys”. The group is composed of eleven members namely Kim Gyu-rae, Hong Seong-min, Oh Hyeon-tae, Lee Han-bin, Ling Qi, Kang Min-seo, Hikari, Soul, Kim Woo-seok, Hikaru, and Kaedan.