{"id":371220,"date":"2026-04-09T12:56:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T12:56:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/371220\/"},"modified":"2026-04-09T12:56:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T12:56:11","slug":"heres-why-internet-believes-katseye-manons-hiatus-is-a-pr-stunt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/371220\/","title":{"rendered":"Here’s Why Internet Believes KATSEYE Manon’s Hiatus Is A PR Stunt!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\t\t\t\tSome people think Manon’s hiatus was actually a planned PR stunt to build hype before Coachella.\t<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBy Sneha Ghorai<\/a>
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUpdated April 09, 2026 5:19 PM<\/p>\n

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The announcement of KATSEYE\u2019s Manon taking a hiatus created a huge stir everywhere. Soon after, social media posts alleged that she was mistreated, and many fans expressed anger over it. Since then, the other five members have continued performing without her at various events, leaving fans eagerly waiting for her return. However, a recent magazine cover featuring all six girls has now sparked a new debate. Some people now believe her hiatus was actually a planned PR stunt to build hype before Coachella. Read on to know all about it.<\/p>\n

Fans Suspect KATSEYE Manon\u2019s Hiatus Due To Alleged Racial Discrimination Is Just A PR Stunt!<\/p>\n

On April 7, NYLON released its 2026 Music Issue cover featuring all six members of KATSEYE. The cover quickly went viral among fans, known as Eyekons, as many felt excited and happy to see the full group of six together.<\/p>\n

Might sound odd for now but y\u2019all aren\u2019t ready to accept the fact that all these Manon dramas are just PR stunts pic.twitter.com\/pY4RPPlIBh<\/a> https:\/\/t.co\/Vj5CSxPKOp<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 cococrunch (@crunch_coco1) April 3, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Questions quickly arose about the timing of this photoshoot. The group had announced Manon\u2019s temporary hiatus on February 20 so she could focus on her health. Since then, all promotions for the new single Pinky Up have only shown the remaining five members Sophia, Lara, Daniela, Megan, and Yoonchae. The teaser also featured the five members, and Manon even took KATSEYE out of her Instagram bio.<\/p>\n

Many fans pointed out that the magazine photos were probably taken several months earlier. This led some to suspect the cover was released now on purpose to create hype before Coachella.<\/p>\n

Also Read: Fans Spot Rumoured Boyfriend\u2019s Tattoo In KATSEYE Manon\u2019s Ski Getaway Photos!<\/a><\/p>\n

On the work front, KATSEYE is now preparing to take the stage at Coachella on April 10 and April 17 as a five-member group. Their new single Pinky Up is expected to drop soon. The magazine cover has brought lots of attention, but it has also left fans with mixed emotions. While many continue to support the girls, others still hope for a definite answer about Manon\u2019s future with the group.<\/p>\n

Also Read: Leigh-Anne, Melody Thornton And More Support KATSEYE\u2019s Manon Amid Racial Discrimination Claims!<\/a><\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\tFirst Published: April 09, 2026 5:19 PM<\/p>\n

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Sneha Ghorai<\/p>\n

Loudspeaker personified and a sucker for romance and K-pop. Lives 24\/7 on Twitter and writes for fun and funds.<\/p>\n

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