Group BTOB's Seo Eunkwang was diagnosed with the new coronavirus infection.

On February 15, his agency Cube Entertainment announced, "Seo Eun Kwang has been confirmed positive for COVID-19."

According to the agency, Seo Eunkwang showed symptoms of a sore throat on February 14 and performed the first self-kit test, and the result at that time was negative.

However, Seo Eunkwang later went to the hospital for a preemptive response and performed a PCR test, and was confirmed with the final diagnosis on the same day. Seo Eunkwang had already completed the second vaccination, but it is known that he broke through the infection.

As Seo Eunkwang was diagnosed with COVID-19, the BTOB members also conducted a PCR test as a preemptive measure. They will self-quarantine at home and wait until the test results are released.

Seo Eunkwang is currently suspending all schedules and taking necessary measures according to the guidelines of the quarantine authorities.

NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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