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K-pop Star Gunho Fractures Fingers on Both Hands, to Perform Without Choreography
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K-pop Star Gunho Fractures Fingers on Both Hands, to Perform Without Choreography

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • K-pop group CORTIS member Gunho fractured bones near his little fingers on both hands after a fall.
  • He will wear a cast and brace, minimizing strenuous arm movements to aid recovery.
  • Despite his strong desire to perform, the agency will prioritize his health and adjust schedules flexibly.

K-pop group CORTIS member Gunho sustained fractures near the little fingers of both hands following a recent fall, his agency Big Hit Music announced via the fan community platform Weverse.

Gunho visited a hospital for examination after falling and misplacing his hands. Medical results confirmed fractures around the little fingers on both hands. He has received prompt treatment and is currently recovering stably.

— Big Hit MusicAgency's official statement regarding Gunho's injury.

The agency detailed that Gunho visited a hospital for examination after falling and misplacing his hands. Medical results confirmed fractures around the little fingers on both hands. He has received prompt treatment and is currently recovering stably.

However, medical advice indicates the need for a cast and brace to protect the injured areas and facilitate a swift recovery, requiring him to minimize strenuous movements with both arms. The agency stated that Gunho is highly motivated to participate in upcoming tour dates and schedules. Nevertheless, the company will prioritize his health and recovery, managing future schedules flexibly based on medical guidance.

Medical advice indicates the need for a cast and brace to protect the injured areas and facilitate a swift recovery, requiring him to minimize strenuous movements with both arms.

— Big Hit MusicAgency's statement on the medical recommendations for Gunho's recovery.

Consequently, Gunho is expected to perform without choreography during the '2026 CORTIS TOUR 'PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN' IN INCHEON' scheduled for the 18th and 19th.

The agency stated that Gunho is highly motivated to participate in upcoming tour dates and schedules. Nevertheless, the company will prioritize his health and recovery, managing future schedules flexibly based on medical guidance.

— Big Hit MusicAgency's commitment to balancing Gunho's desire to perform with his health needs.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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