MONSTA X's I.M Takes Break from Activities Due to Back Pain

MONSTA X member I.M will be taking a break from activities due to back pain.

On the 29th, Starship Entertainment announced on the global fan platform 'V LIVE' that "I.M is currently undergoing treatment for back pain. Following medical advice, he needs a period of treatment and stable recovery, so he has decided to temporarily halt activities to focus on recovery."

As a result, I.M will not be participating in upcoming events, including 'KCON LA 2025' scheduled for August 2nd.

The agency added, "We prioritize the artist's health and will do our utmost for a swift recovery. Future participation in schedules will be determined based on the specialist's opinion and I.M's recovery status, and we will provide separate updates."

Meanwhile, MONSTA X recently concluded their 10th-anniversary concert at Seoul's KSPO DOME and is set to release their new album 'THE X' on September 1st, marking the start of their full-fledged activities.

Below is the full statement from Starship Entertainment.

Hello, this is Starship Entertainment.

We would like to provide additional information regarding MONSTA X member I.M's health status and future activity participation.

I.M is currently undergoing treatment for back pain. Following medical advice, he needs a period of treatment and stable recovery, so he has decided to temporarily halt activities to focus on recovery.

Consequently, we inform you that he will not be able to participate in the upcoming schedule, including 'KCON LA 2025' on August 2nd, 2025.

We prioritize the artist's health and will do our utmost for a swift recovery. Future participation in schedules will be determined based on the specialist's opinion and I.M's recovery status, and we will provide separate updates.

We apologize for any concern caused by this sudden news and ask for your understanding. We hope for your support so that I.M can recover healthily and greet you on stage once again.

Thank you.

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This article was originally published in Korean on Xportsnews and was translated into English using AI.

by Jang Inyoung