Los Angeles, CA - TXT member Taehyun recently made a heartbreaking confession during a livestream, revealing the grueling conditions he endured while preparing for the group's current tour.

꺼내면서도 “약간… 나답지않은데?” 하는 얘기가

준비하다가 너무 슬프고 우울하고 답답해서 밤에 혼자서 방안에서 울었대 아니ㅣ 아니.. 아니………… 아니 심지도 소리도 안나고 숨죽여서 눈물만 뚝뚝흘렀대.. https://t.co/GiYMSHOppi pic.twitter.com/ji2r1ZjRTn

— ‎오물조물 (@txt_sarangdan2) May 21, 2024

The HYBE boy group is currently on the US leg of their ACT: PROMISE tour, having successfully completed two shows so far.

During the livestream, Taehyun spoke candidly about the immense physical and emotional toll the preparation took on him.

He disclosed that he was battling illness while practicing, which significantly hindered his performance and caused him severe distress.

"I was sick and couldn't give my best, It was so frustrating and depressing that I ended up crying alone in my room at night." - Taehyun

The revelation sparked immediate concern among fans, who had already noticed signs of exhaustion among the group members, particularly Soobin.

I'm so fucking scared about this, about Soobin's health status as well as all the other members, @BIGHIT_MUSIC we don't need concerts, WE DON'T NEED ANY DAMN CONCERT ANYMORE!!! WE ONLY WANT THEM TO REST!!! let them rest they are human!!! pic.twitter.com/lJWgoZXqTK

— shey 숩 (@luvsoobie__) May 6, 2024

it is concerning that we are two days in to your and on both days this has happened to soobin. that company need to do better. jeopardising their health is not ok. even when exhausted they give their all, you’re going to burn them out. let them rest.

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— yue’s home 숩 ⛈️ (@seekingtxt) May 4, 2024

Despite assurances from Soobin that he was alright, the concerns persisted, amplifying after Taehyun's confession.

"I couldn't sing until the day before the rehearsal. I'm supposed to be a singer so during the time I couldn't sing, I was so upset I've been so sad, depressed, and frustrated while preparing that I cried once at night. I cried alone in my room. There was no sound, just tears flowing. In my mind, crying should come with sound, but there was no sound, just tears kept flowing." - Taehyun

Adding to the distress, fellow TXT member Yeonjun joined the livestream's comments to offer support to Taehyun and revealed that he had practiced even with a high fever of 39 degrees Celsius (102.2 degrees Fahrenheit).

Yeonjun on taehyun’s wv live

🦊: i know i know
🦊: even though his fever was 39 degrees but that fella still pushed himself hard to practice. respect bro
🦊: baby dont cry 😭😭
🦊: all the best for tomorrow too, brother pic.twitter.com/IPOWhhqrck

— 탄𓃦 (@for_yawnzzn) May 21, 2024

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While Yeonjun's intention was to highlight Taehyun's unwavering dedication, the information alarmed fans and sparked outrage towards HYBE for allowing such conditions.

Fans took to social media to express their horror and dismay, criticizing HYBE for not adequately protecting the health and wellbeing of its artists.

no person should be out of bed, let alone WORKING with a 39 degree fever!! that’s literally dangerous. whether it was taehyun or the company pushing him, HEALTH IS ALWAYS FIRST‼️

— ayu˚ʚ♡ɞ˚ (@ayuxtaes) May 21, 2024

"This is unacceptable," one fan tweeted. "No one should have to work through such conditions, especially not at the cost of their health."

As of now, HYBE has not responded to the growing backlash.

Meanwhile, TXT is scheduled to continue their US tour, with their next concert set for May 22 in Los Angeles.

Fans remain hopeful that the company will take the necessary steps to ensure the members' health and safety moving forward.

what is so hard about giving your group a break. why overwork them? txt is super successful so there is no need to always have them work on projects. there is clearly something wrong with bighit for making taehyun practice with a 102 degree fever. do better. pic.twitter.com/l71zXJgZ8J

— viv ⭐️ MULLET TYUN (@aeeditoo) May 21, 2024

Taehyun's candidness has shed light on the often unseen struggles faced by idols, prompting a broader discussion about the demanding nature of the entertainment industry and the importance of prioritizing the health of performers.

So you are telling me that while preparing for the tour taehyun got a fever at 39 degree?!? They are still humans what is this company doing???

— Maryam 誓い ( fan account) (@txtdom) May 21, 2024

As the tour progresses, fans are keeping a close eye on the wellbeing of TXT members, hoping for a positive resolution to the concerns raised.

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Written by Cassidy Jones.