STARSHIP Entertainment has released an official update regarding MONSTA X member I.M’s upcoming schedules and his preparations for mandatory military service.
In a newly issued statement, the agency explained that I.M is currently preparing to fulfill his required military duty as a citizen of South Korea. While awaiting confirmation of his enlistment schedule, the artist is continuing to focus on his health and recovery.
According to the company, I.M has been undergoing rehabilitation treatment after experiencing back pain. The treatment has been carried out based on medical advice, and at present, the idol is participating only in activities that can be managed without placing additional strain on his condition.
Due to these circumstances, STARSHIP Entertainment announced that I.M will not be participating in MONSTA X’s upcoming overseas schedules. This includes the group’s planned 2026 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR titled “THE X : NEXUS.” The decision was made to ensure that the artist can focus on both his recovery and the preparations for his military enlistment.
However, the agency clarified that I.M will continue to take part in certain activities before his enlistment as long as they do not place a burden on his health. These schedules will be carefully managed to ensure that he can maintain his well-being while remaining active with fans when possible.
STARSHIP Entertainment asked fans for their understanding regarding the adjustments to I.M’s participation in upcoming events. The company also emphasized that it will continue to provide full support so that the artist can maintain stable health conditions while preparing to complete his military duty.
The agency’s full statement reads as follows:
Hello.
This is STARSHIP Entertainment.We would like to inform you of the following regarding the future schedule of MONSTA X member I.M.
As a citizen of the Republic of Korea, I.M is currently in the process of preparing for his mandatory military service and is awaiting his enlistment-related schedule. In addition, as previously announced, he has been continuing rehabilitation treatment following back pain in accordance with medical advice, and at present, he is carrying out activities within a manageable range.
Accordingly, we would like to inform you that I.M will not be participating in MONSTA X’s upcoming overseas schedules and the 2026 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR [THE X : NEXUS]. However, he will continue to take part in schedules that do not place any strain on him up until the time he begins his military service.
We kindly ask for your deep understanding, and we will continue to fully support I.M so that he can focus on his health and fulfill his military duty in a stable condition.
We sincerely thank all fans for your unwavering support and love for our artist.Thank you.
- Why is I.M skipping overseas schedules?
I.M is skipping overseas schedules to focus on his health and prepare for mandatory military service.
- What health issue is I.M currently dealing with?
I.M is undergoing rehabilitation treatment for back pain.
- Will I.M participate in the 2026 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR?
No, I.M will not be participating in the 2026 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR titled 'THE X : NEXUS.'
- Can I.M still participate in any activities before his enlistment?
Yes, I.M will participate in certain activities that do not strain his health before his enlistment.
- What has STARSHIP Entertainment requested from fans?
STARSHIP Entertainment has asked fans for their understanding regarding the adjustments to I.M's participation in upcoming events.
- What is the agency's priority for I.M during this time?
The agency's priority is to support I.M in maintaining stable health while preparing for his military duty.
