The dynamic rookie boy group 8TURN will temporarily operate with a modified lineup for their next musical chapter.
On June 19, 2026, the group’s management agency, MNH Entertainment, released an official statement announcing that member Kyungmin will not be participating in the promotional activities for the group’s highly anticipated third single album, 8.X.
The decision was made to prioritize the young idol’s health, allowing him to step away from his rigorous schedule and devote all his energy toward achieving a full and complete recovery.
This announcement follows an extended period of rest for the artist.
Kyungmin originally went on a health-related hiatus earlier this spring, stepping back from public schedules in April 2026 due to unspecified health issues that required medical attention and stability.
While fans had hoped for his return in time for the group’s newly announced comeback project, MNH Entertainment made it clear that rushing the idol back onto the stage before he is physically ready would compromise his long-term well-being.
Prioritizing Artist Well-Being Ahead of the “8.X” Era
The choice to keep Kyungmin out of the upcoming promotional cycle was finalized after comprehensive assessments regarding his physical readiness and ongoing treatment.
Preparing for a K-pop comeback involves an intense physical toll, including demanding dance practices, late-night music show recordings, and high-energy live performances.
Recognizing these intense pressures, MNH Entertainment chose a protective approach, ensuring Kyungmin faces no outside pressure to accelerate his rehabilitation timeline.
The rest of the 8TURN members fully support this path, restructuring their choreography formations and vocal lines to seamlessly cover Kyungmin’s parts for the upcoming release.
To maintain complete transparency with their global fanbase, known as TURNING, MNH Entertainment issued a formal public notice detailing the decision and explaining how group operations will handle the immediate future.
MNH Entertainment’s Official Statement Regarding Kyungmin’s Health
To prevent any widespread speculation and outline the group’s upcoming schedule, MNH Entertainment shared their official message directly across 8TURN’s verified communication channels.
The exact, unedited direct speech from the agency’s announcement reads as follows:
“8TURN’s Kyungmin will not be participating in the group’s upcoming album promotions as he continues to focus on his recovery.
In April, Kyungmin temporarily suspended his activities due to health reasons and has since been focusing on treatment and rest.
After thorough discussions regarding his current health status and the strain of preparing for a new album, it has been decided that he will sit out the promotions for the 3th single album ‘8.X’ to ensure a sufficient and complete recovery.”
The agency concluded the statement by asking fans for their warm encouragement and continued understanding as Kyungmin heals.
With the promotional plans now clarified, 8TURN will officially move forward with their comeback as a seven-member lineup for the time being.
The group kicked off the official countdown to the new era on June 19, 2026, by dropping an enigmatic comeback teaser video for 8.X, which instantly sent waves of excitement through the fandom.
While TURNING will undoubtedly miss Kyungmin’s presence on stage, the community has completely rallied behind him on social media, leaving thousands of supportive messages wishing him a peaceful, stress-free recovery.
