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BTS member Jimin is currently recuperating in a hospital after testing positive for COVID-19 as well as undergoing a surgery after being diagnosed with acute appendicitis.

The multiple health announcements were made by BigHit Music, Jimin's agency, on the proprietary fan platform, Weverse.

Read the announcement below.

“We would like to provide you with the following information regarding the current health status of BTS member Jimin.

Jimin experienced sudden abdominal pain along with a mild sore throat on January 30 in the afternoon. He visited a hospital emergency room for thorough examination, and also took a PCR test. Jimin was diagnosed with acute appendicitis, and was tested positive for COVID-19. He underwent surgery following physician advice early morning on Monday, January 31.

According to the medical staff, the surgery was successful and Jimin is currently recuperating after his procedure. He will be receiving a few days of in-patient treatment for COVID-19 in conjunction with postoperative care. He is currently experiencing a mild sore throat but is making a speedy recovery, and had no contact with the other members during the infectious stage.

The company places the artists' health as our top priority, and we will do everything we can to aid Jimin in his speedy recovery. We will also diligently cooperate with the requests and guidelines of the health care authorities.

Thank you.”

Jimin is the latest member of the pop supergroup to test positive for COVID-19. Last year, members RM, Jin, and Suga all tested positive for COVID-19. All three members have now fully recovered, with Suga recovering a day earlier than RM and Jin.

Jimin's recovery is happening during the group's second extended break since debut, with an upcoming in-person concert set to happen in March in Seoul.

Check out other Korean celebrities that have tested positive for COVID-19 in the gallery below.