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Super Junior's Donghae Collapses Mid-Concert in Hong Kong, Continues Performance Despite Pain

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Super Junior member Donghae collapsed on stage during a concert in Hong Kong due to suspected back pain.
  • He continued the performance despite the pain, later apologizing to fans for not delivering a perfect show.
  • Donghae revealed he has a herniated disc issue and expressed concern for his fans' well-being.

K-pop group Super Junior's member Donghae collapsed on stage during a concert in Hong Kong on June 28, reportedly due to severe back pain. The incident occurred while he was performing the song "HELP."

You all set aside such precious time for me, and I ended up messing it upโ€ฆ I'm so sorry.

โ€” DonghaeDonghae's apology to fans after collapsing on stage due to back pain.

Despite the pain, Donghae attempted to continue the performance, but was visibly struggling and eventually lay on the ground, covering his face. Staff members immediately came to his aid and helped him off stage, alarming fans in attendance.

Later, Donghae returned to the stage seated, apologizing to his fans. He acknowledged his ongoing issue with a herniated disc, stating, "It really hurt so much I couldn't stand up, but I'm okay!" He even attempted to lighten the mood by joking that sitting would allow him to perform for six hours.

It really hurt so much I couldn't stand up, but I'm okay!

โ€” DonghaeDonghae explaining his condition to fans after resuming the concert seated.

Donghae became emotional, tearing up as he apologized again for not delivering a perfect performance. He expressed sadness seeing fans cry and felt he had wasted their time. Fans responded with supportive shouts, urging him not to blame himself and wishing him good health.

I saw fans crying while I was singing 'HELP,' and I was sad too. Seeing you all upset, I felt like I wasted your time.

โ€” DonghaeDonghae expressing his regret and sadness over his performance issues.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.