SM Entertainment Idol’s Startling Bruises Raise Alarm

Hearts2Hearts is facing controversy over visible injuries spotted on members Ian and Juun this week.

The controversy began when Ian appeared at a TELECA pop-up event Thursday with large, yellow bruises on both knees. Fans also noticed a wound on her left hand.

Ian refused to reveal how she got hurt, calling it a secret in a recent fan interaction. This has sparked speculation the injuries came from heavy practice or a tough schedule, not a simple accident.

Ian, if you’re saying it’s a secret…
Did you get hurt while preparing for a year-end special stage or maybe a collaboration stage…? My heart hurts so much I can’t bear it.
— @IANBLUE1009 on X

Netizens quickly questioned the cause, especially why Ian’s knee bruises are symmetrical and similar in severity.

I’m honestly so dumbfounded, I don’t know what to do… If she really fell and hurt herself, then why are the wounds on both knees symmetrical and the severity about the same?
If she got injured during practice, didn’t the Center 2 staff even make sure she had knee pads? It’s not like she rolled around on the floor in her sleep because of sleepwalking or something…
— @IANBLUE1009 on X

Soon after, Juun appeared at the Smile Music Festival 2025 on Saturday wearing an eyepatch. Fans suspect an eye injury, heightening worries over the group’s health.

No, but why is the baby’s eye like this?
— @jeimseudin123 on X

idk what y’all are preparing… pls stay healthy
— @heartsology on X

Yesterday Ian was covered in bruises, and now Juun is wearing an eye patch?? What is going on with these girls…. stay healthy plssss
— @_peceldino on X

Hearts2Hearts made their comeback last month with “Focus.” SM Entertainment plans another single release early 2026. That will be their fifth release in one year alongside intense events, award shows, and brand promotions.

Fans and netizens are now monitoring the situation closely, worried about the toll the busy schedule is taking on the rookie group.