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What's Going On With KATSEYE? Manon Bannerman's Hiatus Explained Ahead of Coachella

HYBE said Manon Bannerman remains on hiatus for health reasons, and Katseye will perform as a five-member group and debut "Pinky Up."

  • On Friday, HYBE confirmed that Katseye member Manon Bannerman will not join the group's performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California, as she remains on hiatus.
  • HYBE and Geffen Records announced in February that the Swiss member would take a temporary hiatus to "focus on her health and well-being," while the group continues scheduled activities.
  • Speculation intensified on April 3 after Bannerman removed "Katseye" from her Instagram bio, though she later told fans on Weverse that she and HxG are having "positive conversations."
  • Katseye will perform as a fivesome on Friday night at Coachella, releasing new single "Pinky Up" which the group is expected to perform for the first time.
  • Bannerman shared a message on Weverse expressing gratitude, stating, "Sometimes things unfold in ways we don't fully control, but I'm trusting the bigger picture." The statement signals her commitment despite the hiatus.
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The Korea Herald broke the news in Seoul, Korea (the Republic of) on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
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