[KATSEYE Documentary] Manon Suddenly Appears in Trailer After Nearly Half a Year Hiatus, Fans Ask: Are They Using Her for Views?

Manon, a member of HYBE girl group KATSEYE, has been on an indefinite hiatus from all group activities since February, with no clear statement about her future. However, the trailer for the group's new documentary film, “WILD HEARTS,” was recently released, and Manon appears multiple times in the less-than-one-minute clip. This surprised many fans and reignited questions about her future within the group.

New Documentary “WILD HEARTS” Trailer Released, Limited Global Screening Starting August 12

KATSEYE's official X account announced that tickets for the documentary film “KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS” are now on sale, with limited global theatrical screenings starting August 12. The official post also called out to fans, asking them to meet on the big screen.

Since Manon has been absent from group activities since February, and it's still unclear when or even if she will return, her inclusion in the documentary trailer has left fans struggling to interpret the situation. While some were unhappy with her brief screen time in the trailer, most of the discussion focused on whether HYBE x Geffen is using her face to attract viewers.

Some Anticipate a Return, Others Worry About the Documentary's Direction

Some fans are simply happy to see Manon in a KATSEYE project again, while others hope the documentary will announce her return to the group. However, many remain skeptical, worrying that the film will portray her as a “villain” or simply avoid addressing the core issues.

Fans Speculate HYBE x Geffen Might Release “Evidence”

On the other hand, some fans believe that HYBE x Geffen might release “evidence” related to Manon's situation in the documentary. Manon's situation has also become a hot topic again due to another HYBE girl group losing a member before their debut.

Currently, there's no clear statement on whether Manon will provide answers about her next steps through “WILD HEARTS.” However, her inclusion in the trailer has already made KATSEYE's upcoming documentary a focal point for fans.