Huening Bahiyyih is sitting out Kep1er’s Japanese promotions this week. The former “Girls Planet 999” contestant will take a break from the group’s showcase due to a family member’s passing.

Kep1er’s Agencies Announce Huening Bahiyyih’s Temporary Break Due To Death In The Family

WAKEONE and Swing Entertainment issued a statement that was shared on Kep1er’s official fan cafe. According to the statement, Bahiyyih will be unable to participate in the group’s upcoming showcase.

“We regret to inform you that Huening Bahiyyih, one of our members, will be unable to participate in the ‘Kep1er Japan 2nd Single Debut Showcase’ scheduled for May 4-5th in Yokohama, due to the loss of a family member,” it read.

The agencies issued an apology for the late notice. However, the statement also asked KEP1IANs to understand Bahiyyih’s situation and allow her to mourn with her family.

“We apologize to the fans who might have been waiting for this event, and we ask your kind understanding during this difficult time for Huening Bahiyyih and her family,” it continues. The statement also assures that Bahiyyih will soon be back to participate in other promotions.

“She will participate in a separate schedule for this event, and we will provide further notice on the additional event soon,” it concludes.

Bahiyyih was one of the 99 candidates who competed in the Mnet reality survival show “Girls Planet 999”. She is one of the nine finalists who went on to form Kep1er which debuted in January 2022 with the EP ‘First Impact’. Bahiyyih is the younger sister of TOMORROW X TOGETHER maknae Huening Kai, who has yet to issue a statement regarding the recent family tragedy.

Kep1er is currently promoting their fourth mini album ‘LOVESTRUCK!’ and the lead single “Giddy”. The group is set to promote their Japanese single during their showcase in Yokohama this week.