Katseye's management company announced that Sophia will temporarily not participate in upcoming group activities. According to the announcement, the female singer needs time to rest and receive continuous care after consulting with medical experts.
Sophia's mental and physical health is a top priority," the company said, while affirming that the female singer is receiving the necessary support.
The company will update information to fans after having new reviews.
Sophia's break takes place only about a week before Katseye's plan to release a new EP called "Wild". The group continues the activities scheduled during Sophia's break.
Katseye was founded through the global audition program "The Debut: Dream Academy" organized by HYBE in 2023. The group officially debuted in the US in June 2024 with 6 members including Lara, Sophia, Daniela, Manon, Yoonchae and Megan. This group is a junior of BTS.
Katseye quickly attracted the attention of international audiences and had songs in the Billboard Hot 100 chart, including "Gnarly" and "Gabriela".
This is not the first time a Katseye member has temporarily stopped activities for health reasons. In February 2026, Manon also announced a temporary break to focus on taking care of his health and spirit.
With Katseye, ensuring the health of members becomes an important factor in the period when the group is expanding its operations and increasing recognition in the global music market.
