NCT’s Renjun, who has been on hiatus since April due to health concerns, recently updated fans on his health status and future activities. While the announcement of his return was met with excitement from many, it also sparked divided reactions, particularly due to a past controversy involving the accidental exposure of a fan’s phone number.
Renjun’s Health and Return to Activities
On August 9, an official statement provided an update on Renjun’s condition. According to the announcement, Renjun has been focusing on his recovery and has shown significant improvement. As a result, he will be participating in NCT DREAM’s upcoming U.S. single, Rains in Heaven, which is scheduled for release on August 23. Fans can also expect to see Renjun in related promotional content.
However, despite his progress, it was confirmed that Renjun will not be joining THE DREAM SHOW 3: DREAM()SCAPE tour in the United States, as it is still too early for him to handle the demands of a lengthy tour. The statement emphasized that Renjun’s future activities will depend on his ongoing recovery, with further updates to be provided in due course.
The official statement concluded by thanking fans for their continued support and assuring them that efforts are being made to ensure Renjun’s return in good health.
Netizen Reactions: Support and Controversy
Despite the positive update on Renjun’s health, Korean netizens expressed mixed reactions to his return, particularly in light of a recent controversy involving the exposure of a phone number on a fan app.
Concerns Over the Sasaeng Phone Number Incident
A portion of netizens raised concerns about whether Renjun had issued an apology to the alleged victim whose phone number was mistakenly exposed. The incident occurred earlier this year when Renjun, in an effort to combat sasaeng (obsessive fan) behavior, shared a phone number on the fan app Bubble. However, the individual whose number was exposed later claimed they were not a sasaeng and had no intention of contacting Renjun.
Comments reflecting these concerns included:
“Did he apologize to the victim? I’m surprised that the response is quiet.”
“But can he return with that kind of mental state? He had his phone number revealed by a sasaeng just two months ago. Isn’t it better to rest a bit more?”
“Even if he is returning, I hope he gives a sincere apology to the victim. You can’t use health issues as a shield.”
Fans Excited for Renjun’s Return
On the other hand, many fans expressed their joy at Renjun’s return, emphasizing their support for his recovery and looking forward to seeing him back in action.
Supportive comments included:
“Ah, so he’s not returning for the U.S. tour…you can return slowly, Renjun.”
“F*ck yes, Jun is back!”
“Hope he returns healthy.”
“Renjun, I’ll be waiting.”
The Path Forward: Health and Accountability
As Renjun prepares to re-enter the spotlight, the mixed reactions highlight the need for both continued transparency regarding his health and a resolution to the past controversy. While fans are eager to see him back, the underlying concerns about the sasaeng phone number incident suggest that an official apology or clarification might be necessary to fully mend the situation.
As Renjun navigates his return, balancing his health and addressing fan concerns will be crucial in ensuring a smooth transition back to his career and maintaining the strong support of his fanbase.
