Hong Ngoc (2nd from the R) is taking time off from 5DK to have a baby

Vietnam’s popular girl band 5 Dong Ke (5DK), whose name refers to the five lines of a musical staff, say they are down to three members this year.

It used to include members: Bao Lan, Lan Huong, Thuy Linh and Hong Ngoc, who announced she would take maternal leave this year.

The group has delayed their live show, which were planned to celebrate their anniversary this year. Bao Lan, the group’s leader, says the live show is impossible with three members, but says the group plans to release an album recapping its 10 years with singer Hong Ngoc participating.

“The album will include new and old songs,” Bao Lan said. “It’s a chance for us to show our fans what we’ve done with our music through the years.”

Reported by Bao Tran