What happened to BTS' RM? Health updates explored as K-Pop Idol rushed to hospital before highly anticipated Arirang show 

KPOP group BTS' member RM has been injured during rehearsals.

As South Korea and the rest of the world prepare for the BTS comeback, due to an unfortunate accident, the group's leader, RM, has been injured while rehearsing. The rapper suffered an ankle injury and will have to restrict his movements. Their company, BigHit, released a statement for the same.

“RM sustained an ankle injury and was taken to the hospital for a thorough examination and treatment. The results indicated a sprain of the accessory navicular bone, partial ligament tear, and a contusion of the talus (ligament damage and inflammation). Medical staff advised that he should wear a leg cast and focus on recovery while minimizing movement for at least two weeks.”

The statement further read, "As this comeback stage at Gwanghwamun is highly symbolic, the artist himself expressed a strong desire to deliver a complete and high-quality performance. However, after prioritizing medical advice and to prevent further aggravation of the injury, the company and the artist made the difficult decision to limit RM’s movement during “BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG.”

However, they reassured that he will still be performing.

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“Although there will be limitations to his performance, RM will participate on stage to the extent possible and hopes to connect with ARMY and the audience. As many have waited a long time for this performance, he will do his utmost to deliver his best.”

The concert, which will take place at Seoul’s historic Gwanghwamun Square, is one of the most anticipated performances as of now and will set the tone for the group's comeback tour. The show will also be broadcasted life through Netflix for viewers across the world.

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