Wonho Rise and Return After Having Collapsed On Stage While Performing: What Happened?

Soloist and producer Wonho has reportedly rise and return even after having collapsed on stage while performing on his first offline concert. This commendable act of Wonho caused his fans, WENEE, to worry about their idol’s health. What truly happened and why did Wonho collapse? Here’s an update for you.

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Wonho Collapsed On Stage While Performing on His First Offline Concert

On November 15, media reported that soloist and producer Wonho managed to rise and return after having collapsed in the middle of a performance during his “We Are Young” concert the day before. The singer we reported to be—seemingly—in pain, and therefore he had to be escorted off the stage.

Singer-songwriter Wonho on Stage | The Show via Twitter

Fans Expressed Their Concern via Twitter About Wonho Collapsed on Stage While Performing

During his concert on November 14, Wonho suddenly collapsed in the middle of a concert while seemingly in pain. This shocking incident caused many fans attending the concert anxious about what was happening. Therefore, they took the event to Twitter and expressed their concern.

don't panick but wonho just collapsed in pain, they stopped the concert
— jay loves wonho:( (@flywithlM) November 14, 2021

We don't know what is going on.
Wonho collapsed while he was giving his ment. We are silent and were told to wait. Wenee are crying.
— M ㅇㅅㅇ | @ 🐇's concerts! (@little_owl9) November 14, 2021

im shaking he collapsed so suddenly like mid sentence i wanna cry wonho
— ouronlysanshine (@ouronlysanshine) November 14, 2021

Wonho Still Came Back Running and Return After Having Collapsed On Stage While Performing

While the fans thought that Wonho or the committee would pause or postpone the concert, Wonho suddenly returned!

After about an hour, the singer-songwriter came running back on stage and greeted his fans. Although he had looked as if he was in a huge amount of pain when he collapsed on stage while performing, Wonho managed to rise and return. He then successfully finished all his performance as if nothing had happened before.

RIGHT AFTER HE CAME OUT RUNNING AFTER THE INCIDENT
IM SURE SOMEONE WILL TRANSLATE BUT HE BASICALLY SAID HE WAS WITH DOCTORS BACK STAGE AND HE'S OKAY NOW, THAT HE WILL CONTINUE WITH I JUST#WE_ARE_YOUNG #WONHO pic.twitter.com/RYe0zkuk9f
— jay loves wonho:( (@flywithlM) November 14, 2021

wonho collapsed on stage because of chest pain but still came back within an hour and continued the concert in a professional way,that's how much he cares and loves weneespic.twitter.com/oMDWC80XQM
— rin◡̈🦈dreaming (@luvmoneks) November 14, 2021

Wonho Can’t Hold His Tears During “WENEED”

Still, once it comes to singing the song about his fans called “WENEED”, Wonho suddenly cried and couldn’t finish the song. He was taken over by his emotions and love for his fans, WENEE. After all, Wonho has been one of a few idols who have NEVER taken his fans for granted.

I wanna hug him😭💙
After everything he went through now he’s here doing his best for us
Love you and thank you for coming back Wonho
Wenee are proud of you#원호 #WONHO @official__wonho pic.twitter.com/wR6iQyPf3D
— qazaleh🖤💜 (@iqazaleh) November 13, 2021

WE ARE YOUNG CONCERT

WENEED: Wonho cried and couldn't perform the whole song pic.twitter.com/f3fD4487tf @official__wonho #WE_ARE_YOUNG #WONHO #원호
— WORLDWIDE WONHO | #ON_THE_WAY (@Worldwide_Wonho) November 13, 2021

Fans Are Worried Even When Returning was Wonho’s Decision

According to the fans attending the concert, it was Wonho’s strong will that made him return to the stage. Therefore, it shows how much he loves and dedicates himself to his beloved loyal fans, WENEEs.

"the concert will resume due to the strong will of the artist" wonho, i love you but you don't have to do this if you can't 😭 https://t.co/7VP6tRUVQr
— 예하ᵔᴥᵔ (@sambakjaa) November 14, 2021

I feel bad for not being able to look at him in the eyes and tell him to take care of himself and think about him selfishly at this moment… they said that returning to the stage was his decision, he only thinks about the wenees, I feel sad
— 𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂 ⋈ (@kyungloss) November 14, 2021

Why Exactly Did Wonho Collapse?

While the fans described that Wonho seemed to be in pain and holding his chest when he collapsed on stage, the agency’s explanation makes everything makes sense.

Soon after the reports circulated in social media, Wonho HIGHLINE Entertainment agency released an official statement via Daum Café.

According to the statement, the reason why Wonho had collapsed on stage while performing was due to hyperventilation. That is why the singer seemed to be in a lot of pain while holding his chest.

However, once the incident happened, Wonho had been immediately treated by a medical professional. Therefore, his decision to continue his performance was under medical supervision. That is why the company still considers Wonho’s health as number 1 priority.

Highline Entertainment official statement | Daum Café

English Translation

“Hello, this is HIGHLINE Entertainment and we are giving you updates on Wonho’s condition.
Today, Wonho showed signs of hyperventilation in the middle of the concert. Therefore, we escorted him off stage with the assistance of the security guards. He was then immediately taken to the on-set medical staff.
Upon receiving treatments from the professionals, Wonho became stable enough. He then wished to continue his performance. That is why after a detailed discussion with the medical staff, Wonho returned to the stage and continued performing.
Still, the medical staff remained alert and ready on the set to keep an eye on Wonho’s condition. Then, the concert ended successfully.
We would like to apologize to the startled fans about this incident. Also, we thank you so much for your abundant love and support for Wonho.
HIGHLINE Entertainment will continue monitoring Wonho’s health and condition closely. And at the same time, we promise to do everything in our power to continue providing him with all supports he needs.”
HIGHLINE Entertainment.

Wonho Expressed His Thanks to Former SISTAR Soyou for Coming to the Rescue

Finally, Wonho also expressed his huge gratitude to his friend and colleague, former SISTAR Soyou.

Wonho thanked Soyou for coming as a guest star in his concert along with Seungwoo. And, most importantly, for having his back and coming to the rescue during the incident. She came up on stage, sang a few songs, and calm the fans in the middle of their shock and anxiety.

#WONHO to Soyou

"My dear Soyou, I'm so sorry (about what happened) and thankful for today. Thank you for singing so many songs without preparation despite your throat hurting!!! Thanks to you, we finished the show well!! ㅜㅜ Let's eat something delicious!!!!!!!!!!!!!" pic.twitter.com/5Pz5m7ZfCj
— WORLDWIDE WONHO | #ON_THE_WAY (@Worldwide_Wonho) November 14, 2021

At the end of the day, even if we applaud his commendable act and professionalism during his concert, fans still hope that Wonho will still prioritize his health and condition.

soyou left the stage saying wonho will come out soon, i know how wonho is i know he'll push himself but he just shouldn't perform he needs to go to a hospital not to stage
— jay loves wonho:( (@flywithlM) November 14, 2021

even if wonho says he's okay, i still dont want him to continue, he literally collapsed idk how he'll be able to go on without pushing himself pls no one will be disappointed if the concert is cancelled/postponed for his health
— ✧ (@luvforwonho) November 14, 2021

Wonho collapsed on stage but still came back to perform!? Nah the company should have pulled the plug on the concert and sent that man directly to the hospital. The fans would have understood.
— Redkicks🤷🏿‍♀️ (@redkicks) November 14, 2021

Stay strong and stay healthy, Wonho! We will always be here to support you! In the meantime, here’s Wonho’s solo performance during his solo debut stage at M Countdown Stage.