NCT WISH’s Ryo unable to attend 'Melon Music Awards' 2025 due to health concerns

20 Dec 2025, 09:26 by Demian09 · allkpop

NCT WISH’s Ryo will not be joining the rest of his group at tonight’s live ceremony for the 'Melon Music Awards 2025 (MMA 2025)' due to health reasons.

On December 20, SM Entertainment announced that Ryo had developed “flu-like symptoms” and would therefore be unable to attend the live broadcast of the awards ceremony scheduled for later that day.

However, the agency reassured fans that Ryo would still appear in NCT WISH’s performance. According to SM Entertainment, the group’s stage for the ceremony had already been pre-recorded, allowing viewers to see all six members perform together despite his absence from the live event.

SM Entertainment shared the following official statement:

“Hello. We are informing you that due to experiencing flu-like symptoms, NCT WISH member Ryo will be unable to attend the live broadcast of the 'Melon Music Awards 2025.'

Although Ryo will not be attending the live broadcast of the 'Melon Music Awards 2025,' NCT WISH’s performance has already been pre-recorded, so you still will be able to see a performance with all six members.

Ryo is currently resting in order to make a speedy recovery, and if further changes to his schedule should arise in the future, we will make an additional announcement.

We sincerely apologize for giving fans cause for concern, and we will do our utmost to help our artist make a speedy recovery, which is our top priority.

Thank you.”

Fans have since sent messages of support, wishing Ryo a swift recovery and hoping to see him return in good health soon.

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