ENHYPEN Jungwon’s Comments About Their Upcoming Album Leave Fans Concerned And Angry
On August 27, a new episode of K-Star Next Door was uploaded to YouTube, featuring ENHYPEN’s Jungwon, Heeseung, and Jake. This was a bit of a surprise, as stars who appear on the show are usually there to promote new releases, and ENHYPEN had just returned from LA, as stated in the episode.
At one point during the episode, Jonathan mentions that he heard that ENHYPEN were working on a new album, despite being busy with their tour. Jungwon confirms this, adding, “When we finish performing, we shouldn’t just take a break, but prepare for the next album.”
This portion of the video was reposted to X, where it quickly gained attention.
“We are always working on our album. When we finish performing, we SHOULDN’T take a break, but prepare for the next album”
? what ..? pic.twitter.com/GTdhjs9eXZ
— 달 (@nksunbaem) August 27, 2024
In the last few months, fans have increasingly shared their concerns about the group’s activities. Multiple members have been injured or shown signs of fatigue, and no extended break has been announced.
On the contrary, the group has hinted at more schedules and releases, leading to protests.
#LETENHYPENREST #HYBEDivestFromZionism
it’s the bare minimum yall can do to help them from being burnt out pic.twitter.com/7hLYDX9NU7— xo, tima୨୧˚⋆🌙🗝️ (@SUNOOSFRIEDHAIR) August 24, 2024
Jungwon’s comments have launched even more anger towards BELIFT, accusing them of brainwashing the group into constant activities without breaks.
belift is brainwashing them https://t.co/4O5A9ZTzOj
— __BAD qi 🗝🎬 CINEMA PARADISE 🤤 (@jebedaeul) August 27, 2024
jungwon literally said 'when we finish performing, we shouldn't just take a break, but prepare for the next album' AND Y'ALL STILL THINK THIS IS NORMAL??? no one should be working NONSTOP. jungwon my love please tell me you don't really think that way… y'all need to rest. pic.twitter.com/jvEGdTNy4R
— perfectly wrong⁷ | i saw niall freaking horan. (@no_promisess_) August 27, 2024
jungwon: yes, we're always working on our album. when we finish promotion, we shouldn't just take a break, but prepare for the next album
but please i hope you guys also can have a long vacation refreshing from those tight schedule enha 😔😫 pic.twitter.com/a1drIxR6uf
— Fir (@heeseungcokr) August 27, 2024
:/ belift count ur fucking days this is so sick https://t.co/mWOCwsgzM2
— xo, ruby 🐻 (@haobinwlrd) August 27, 2024
While being active is important for K-Pop artists to maintain and grow their fanbase, there must be a balance that does not put the group’s health and happiness at risk, which is what ENHYPEN’s fans wants.