In a moment that has left the K-pop community sending nothing but love and warm wishes, TREASURE’s Junkyu has announced a temporary halt to his activities to prioritize his health. Here’s everything you need to know.

What Happened?

On June 29, YG Entertainment announced that Junkyu will be taking a temporary break after experiencing health issues. The agency explained that although TREASURE recently wrapped up promotions for their latest mini album NEW WAV, Junkyu had continued participating in activities despite feeling unwell. After discussions with Junkyu himself, it was decided that he would suspend his activities for the time being to prioritize rest and recovery.

TREASURE: Overview

Detail	Info
Artist	Kim Junkyu (TREASURE)
Agency	YG Entertainment
Reason	Health — prioritizing rest & recovery
Announced	June 29, 2026
Activity Missed	P/V shoot for B-side track “DANGER”
Group’s Last Project	Mini album NEW WAV

What Will Junkyu Miss?

Junkyu will be unable to participate in TREASURE’s upcoming activities, including the P/V shoot for the B-side track “DANGER,” which is scheduled to take place soon. YG Entertainment asked for fans’ generous understanding, adding that the members and company will support Junkyu so that he may recover and return in good health as soon as possible.

Junkyu’s Heartfelt Letter to TREASURE MAKER

What truly moved fans was what came next. Following the announcement, Junkyu took to Weverse to personally reassure fans with a heartfelt handwritten letter, writing that it had already been six years since he debuted with TREASURE in 2020, and that every moment with fans had felt like a miracle. soompi

In the letter, he reflected that as he kept running forward and giving everything he had, he gradually stopped noticing the signals his mind and body were sending — and that because he always wanted to show fans the best, most professional side of himself, he kept trying to act as though he was okay, before eventually realizing it was time to stop and take care of himself. soompi

He signed off with words that perfectly capture the bond between an artist and their fanbase — expressing gratitude, love, and a promise to return as his true self.

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Why This Matters?

Mental and physical health conversations in the K-pop industry have become increasingly important in recent years, and Junkyu’s honest letter is a reminder that artists are human first. His courage in choosing rest over performance is something that deserves respect — not just from fans, but from the industry as a whole.

We at TechnoSports join the global TREASURE MAKER fandom in wishing Junkyu a restful, full, and speedy recovery. Stay updated on all K-pop news and comeback schedules at TechnoSports.