The global K-pop community recently received a significant health update regarding the popular rookie girl group ILLIT.
On June 19, 2026, the group’s management agency, BELIFT LAB, formally announced that member Moka will be temporarily suspending all of her public and entertainment activities.
This critical decision was made so that the young idol can step away from the spotlight and focus entirely on her physical and mental well-being.
According to the company’s disclosure, Moka has been struggling with excessive physical tension and ongoing symptoms of severe anxiety over the past several months, making an extended, uninterrupted break absolutely necessary for her long-term recovery.
This transition into a medical hiatus follows a turbulent few months for the artist. Moka had previously taken a brief, temporary intermission from her group activities back in late April to manage her growing health concerns.
However, driven by an unyielding commitment to her career and an intense desire to see her supporters, she made a brief return to the stage at the very end of May.
During that time, she actively joined her groupmates for the final week of music show promotions for ILLIT’s latest track, “MAMIHLAPINATAPAI.”
Despite her best efforts to push through her discomfort, continuing with these high-pressure broadcast schedules ultimately worsened her condition, leading her medical team and agency to step in for a more substantial intervention.
Understanding Moka’s Health Journey and the Decisions Made
The choice to implement a formal, extended hiatus was not made lightly.
It came after extensive, transparent, and careful discussions between Moka, her fellow ILLIT members, and the executive staff at BELIFT LAB.
While Moka initially fought through her anxiety out of a profound personal wish to stand on stage alongside her team, all parties collectively recognized that a temporary leave was vital.
The intense demands of preparing a new album, mastering complex choreography, and maintaining a packed promotional schedule are incredibly taxing on both the mind and body.
Trying to heal while simultaneously managing public exposure was no longer sustainable.
By taking this necessary step, Moka and her management are prioritizing her health over short-term promotional obligations.
The remaining four members of ILLIT have fully voiced their support for this decision, agreeing to adjust their live performances and step up to cover Moka’s parts during her absence.
To ensure complete clarity with the global public regarding her current medical condition and the group’s upcoming operational plans, BELIFT LAB released a formal, unedited statement to the fan community.
BELIFT LAB’s Official Unedited Statement Regarding Moka’s Hiatus
The agency’s complete official statement was released directly to global fans, explaining the precise medical context and outlining exactly how ILLIT will proceed with their activities in the coming months.
The exact, unaltered direct speech from BELIFT LAB reads as follows:
“Hello, this is BELIFT LAB.
We would like to provide an update regarding ILLIT member MOKA’s future activities.
Since the preparation stages of the 4th Mini Album comeback, MOKA has been receiving treatment and working on her recovery regarding excessive tension and symptoms of anxiety.
Although she participated in some music shows during the final week of the promotions period out of a strong personal desire to see the fans, it was determined that she requires a more stable period of rest for a sufficient recovery, and careful discussions with MOKA and the other members have since taken place.
As a result, MOKA has decided to temporarily suspend all activities and focus on her health and recovery.
We are sad to be sharing this news with fans who have been waiting so patiently.
The artist herself is also deeply saddened that she will not be able to see fans during this time.
ILLIT will continue activities as a four-member group for the time being, and we will provide necessary support to the fullest extent for MOKA’s recovery and stability so that she can return in good health and meet fans again.
We kindly ask for fans’ generous understanding and warm support.
We will provide further updates regarding her return at a later date.
Thank you.”
Moving forward, ILLIT will temporarily pivot to promoting as a four-member act.
The remaining members are completely dedicated to maintaining the group’s scheduled commitments while keeping Moka’s spot safe for her eventual return.
Meanwhile, BELIFT LAB has committed to providing all necessary resources and clinical care to ensure Moka enjoys a peaceful environment conducive to complete healing.
Following the announcement, fans worldwide have poured out words of love, validation, and encouragement across social platforms, commending her transparency and wishing her a gentle, thorough recovery.
