Girl group ICHILLIN' member Chowon / Courtesy of KM Entertainment

Chowon, a member of the girl group ICHILLIN', was struck by a ball at a baseball game and will be taking a break from activities to focus on her recovery, her agency KM Entertainment said.

"On April 16, just before a scheduled halftime performance at a professional baseball game, Chowon was hit in the back of the head by a ball while watching the game and was immediately taken to the stadium's medical facility," it said in a statement.

The blow knocked the singer unconscious and eventually, she regained consciousness with the aid of on-the-scene physicians and officials. After observing her initial condition, Chowon was transferred to a nearby hospital for a thorough examination.

According to the agency, she complained of pain when she first arrived at the medical facility, but following treatment and examination by medical professionals, she has been resting without any serious issues identified so far.

"Based on the advice of medical experts, it was determined that Chowon needs sufficient rest and stability to focus on her recovery. After thorough discussions with her, we have decided she will take a break from her schedule for the time being," the agency said.

ICHILLIN' was scheduled to perform during the cleaning time at a game between the Kiwoom Heroes and KT Wiz at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. However, the performance was canceled after Chowon was struck by the ball. Since their debut in September 2021, ICHILLIN' has been actively engaging with fans.

This article from the Hankook Ilbo, sister publication of The Korea Times, was translated by a generative AI and edited by staff of The Korea Times.