AxMxP’s Juhwan to Take Temporary Hiatus Due to Vertigo

Juhwan, the bassist for AxMxP, will take a temporary hiatus from all professional activities following a diagnosis of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV).

FNC Entertainment announced the hiatus on April 10, 2026, stating that the artist must focus on treatment and recovery to prevent his condition from worsening.

The health concerns began earlier in the month, leading Juhwan to visit a hospital on April 5, 2026, after experiencing a rapid deterioration in his health.

Medical Diagnosis and Treatment

Upon examination, medical professionals diagnosed Juhwan with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. This condition, which is sometimes referred to as ear rocks, occurs when tiny crystals within the ear canals shift out of place, resulting in sudden and intense episodes of vertigo.

According to the agency, doctors have advised that Juhwan requires a significant amount of rest and stability to successfully recover his health.

Our artist AxMxP member Juhwan visited the hospital on April 5 due to a worsening of his health, and upon examination, he was diagnosed with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). According to the doctor’s opinion, he is currently in need of plenty of rest and stability in order to recover his health and prevent further worsening of his condition.

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Impact on Scheduled Activities

The hiatus will result in Juhwan sitting out the majority of AxMxP’s scheduled activities for the month of April 2026.

Most notably, the bassist will miss multiple tour stops in Japan, where the band was scheduled to perform as the opening act for F.T. Island’s 2026 Zepp Tour.

FNC Entertainment expressed regret that Juhwan would be unable to participate in these upcoming scheduled events but emphasized that his health remains the priority.

Future Outlook

The agency has not yet provided a specific date for Juhwan’s return to the stage. Instead, FNC Entertainment stated that the decision regarding the resumption of his activities will be based on a combination of the progress of his recovery and the ongoing advice of medical experts.

The label committed to providing separate announcements if You’ll see any changes to the current plan and stated they would do their utmost to ensure the artist returns in good health.