SEOUL, March 20 (AJP) - K-pop sensation BTS' leader and rapper RM has injured his ankle during a rehearsal for the seven-member band's comeback performance scheduled on Saturday, the agency said. The injury means fans will be unable to witness a full-scale choreography by the rapper or the group as a whole during their highly anticipated return.
This setback occurred just as the ensemble concluded a nearly four-year hiatus necessitated by mandatory military service. The performance, titled "BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG," was intended to be a complete demonstration of the septet's reunited power at one of the nation's most symbolic landmarks.
Big Hit Music announced on Friday that the incident took place on Thursday during a practice session for the free concert at Gwanghwamun Square. Medical examinations revealed an accessory navicular sprain, a partial ligament tear, and a talus contusion. Following the diagnosis, physicians fitted the performer with a cast and mandated a minimum of two weeks of restricted physical activity to facilitate recovery. Consequently, the agency confirmed that his participation in the complex choreography will be strictly curtailed for the duration of the show.
Big Hit noted that while the leader maintained a strong desire to deliver a full performance at the historic venue, the health of the artist remained the primary concern. "RM's will to create a high-quality performance in such a symbolic space as Gwanghwamun was very strong," the agency said in a statement. However, management opted to minimize his movements on stage to prevent further aggravation of the injured area. The remaining members will proceed with the original production routines while the rapper performs from a stationary position.
The live event is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. (1100 GMT) on March 21 at the central Seoul landmark. This comeback marks the first major public appearance for the group since their last collective activity nearly four years ago. The agency pledged to provide all necessary support to ensure the artist returns to full health for future activities. The performance will be broadcast live to a global audience as the group transitions back to active status.
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