She directly addressed it in a message.
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Amid the widespread panic about Manon‘s possible departure from KATSEYE, the singer has taken matters into her own hands and addressed the issue directly.
Manon | @meretmanon/Instagram
The confusion surrounding Manon’s future in KATSEYE started with her sudden hiatus from group activities in late February, and the contradicting statements about the situation from HYBE X GEFFEN and Manon herself.
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Following the hiatus announcement, fans have been begging for clarity but have been met with silence from the group’s label. Meanwhile, multiple speculations about an inner conflict fueled more controversies.
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Despite the tense situation, many fans had hoped to see Manon included in KATSEYE’s new release, “Pinky Up.” However, after the music video’s release on April 2, KST, that hope was crushed as well. Fans also noticed that Manon had removed KASTEYE’s name from her Instagram bio, which convinced most fans that she has left the group.
Manon Seemingly “Confirms” Her Leaving KATSEYE, Triggering Alarm
However, the singer herself has decided to address the situation and clarify her position. On April 3, KST, Manon sent a message to her fans on Weverse, thanking them for their support and patience. She confirmed that she was still in talks with the label and promised to share more details soon.
| Weverse
Thank you so much for all the love and support you’ve been sending my way. I’m really grateful for the patience and kindness everyone has shown during this time. HXG and I are having positive conversations and I feel supported. I’m happy and I’m healthy. I’ll share more soon. Thank you for always being there for me.
— Manon
While Manon’s message clearly appeared to be a sincere attempt to reassure fans, the response showed that fans are more skeptical than ever. Many also expressed their anger at Manon seemingly having to do “damage control” on behalf of the label.
She’s not in the group anymore and they’re still trying to have her clean up their mess man I hate this company. https://t.co/jSN2IRMPmV
— Dud in the bubble (@Nayainshambles) April 2, 2026
if we’re having “positive conversations” why are we removing the group from instagram bios and not seeing you in that mv teaser babe:// https://t.co/GsFHoJLyrg
— aj⁷ SEEING BTS!! 🍀 jaypril!!!! (@jimiikeu) April 2, 2026
this message sounds like she’s being held at gunpoint… https://t.co/QG2Z8CNNN7
— ryuu ❕ (@ryuuder) April 2, 2026
they made her post this idgaf https://t.co/QGvrbeMhSp
— ✮ (@whateverdatmean) April 2, 2026
Despite sustained backlash, HYBE has still not addressed the real reason of Manon’s absence from group activities.