Popular Idol’s Sudden Injury Ahead Of Comeback Sparks Concern
THE BOYZ’s Hyunjae recently injured his ankle during a live broadcast, which caused concern among fans.

His agency announced that he suffered a partial rupture of his ankle ligament.
This injury occurred while the group promoted its 10th mini album, a;effect. Hyunjae revealed that he accidentally stepped on the ball when it came to him.

With this, Hyunjae quickly took to the fan messaging platform to reassure fans.

My ankle? Don’t worry! Don’t worry because I’m embarrassed.
— Hyunjae
Due to the sudden injury, his agency revealed that he will perform for music broadcasts while seated in a chair.
However, during a live broadcast, Hyunjae revealed that he might perform on stage regardless if he feels better.
hyunjae said that even tho the notice came out as is (he will he seated for tmr’s perf) but he really wanted to perf on stage so depending on the situation, if he feels better alrd he may perform on stage regardless what the notice said 🥺
— din ♡ (@darongtwt) July 31, 2025
Netizens sent messages of support and hoped he would focus on getting better.
please just focus on rest and recovering yourself.. https://t.co/gsLN7c1k3h
— odi🌷 (@presentluvv) July 31, 2025
🐻 You were probably waiting for the comeback… but I went and hurt my ankle like a fool.. what an idiot
no hyunjaee☹️… he must have been really upset but still went on live to let know he's okay so we wouldn't worry too much💔 wishing u a speed recoveryy☹️❤️🩹 pic.twitter.com/eKsVfeiHnB
— karinnn ◠ﻌ◠˙ (@curryeons) July 31, 2025
😭 that didn’t look too good tbh i really do hope he’s fine and that he’s resting and that his ankle improves and gets better please hyunjae you can’t get hurt 😩😩😩 https://t.co/j5KVi5gXEw
— 🧸𐙚 (@hyunjaesprite) July 31, 2025