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Korea Herald
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Monsta X to hold concerts in Korea, Japan in July
Monsta X announced via agency Starship Entertainment Thursday that it would hold its first full-member concerts in three years in July. Under the title 'Connect X,' the band is planning three days of shows in Seoul on July 18-20. The last day's live performance will be broadcast online as well. On Aug. 27-28, the group will hit the stage in Yokohama, Japan. The six members hinted at the concerts during a livestream on Wednesday to celebrate their 10th anniversary. They reunited after everyone, except the youngest, I.M, completed serving their mandatory military duty, including Hyungwon who was discharged on the previous day. Monsta X dropped digital compilation album 'Now Project Vol. 1' to mark the milestone, re-recording previously published songs to add the voices of members who could not join for the originals.
AsiaOne
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Lee Do-hyun and Monsta X's Hyungwon complete military service, Cha Eun-woo speculated to enlist soon , Entertainment News
PUBLISHED ON May 13, 2025 8:02 AM By Kristy Chua It's time to bid temporary goodbyes to some beloved Korean stars who will be on their merry way serving their military service. At the same time, let's warmly welcome back those who have just been discharged from their service. Here's a list of who's coming back after serving the nation and who's about to have their turn. Lee Do-hyun Actor Lee Do-hyun was discharged from the military yesterday (May 13) after completing his service. Enlisting on Aug 14 in 2023, the 30-year-old served in the Republic of Korea Air Force band following his basic training. During his service, his acting projects, including the hit movie Exhuma (2024) and drama series Sweet Home 3 (2024), were broadcast. Do-hyun is well-known for starring in dramas Hotel del Luna (2019), The Glory (2022) and the Sweet Home (2020) series. Upon his discharge from the military, his agency Yuehua Entertainment Korea shared that he is "already receiving various casting offers for a wide range of drama and film roles, along with a strong interest in advertising and editorial work", according to a report by The Korea Times. In April, Newsen also reported that Do-hyun was considering a role in a drama alongside actress Go Min-si. The two played love interests in the drama Youth of May (2021) and siblings in Sweet Home. Monsta X's Hyungwon Boy band Monsta X member Hyungwon was also discharged from the military yesterday after serving for one year and six months at the Capital Mechanised Infantry Division in Gapyeong County. He had enlisted on Nov 14, 2023, as an active-duty soldier and was recognised for his diligent and exemplary service where he earned an early promotion to corporal, according to The Chosun Biz. The 31-year-old took to the official Monsta X's X account to share a heartfelt reunion message with fans: "I missed you so much. Thanks to all the Monbebes who waited for me, I was able to finish my military service in good health. Let's keep making memories together for a long time, Monbebes!" 📸 250513 #몬스타엑스 #형원#몬베베 보고 싶었어요🥰 기다려 준 몬베베 덕분에 건강히 전역했습니다🫡 앞으로도 오래 봐요 몬베베💚#HYUNGWON #MONSTAX #MONSTA_X Following members Shownu, Minhyuk, Joohoney and Kihyun, Hyungwon is the fifth member of the sextet to have completed his military service. Today, Monsta X released Now Project Vol. 1, their first full-group album in nearly four years. They will host a special livestream tonight at 6pm (Singapore time) on their official YouTube channel to celebrate their 10th anniversary. Hyungwon is slated to host the Asia Star Entertainer Awards 2025 on May 29 while Monsta X will also be performing at Kcon LA 2025 in August. Cha Eun-woo Actor-singer Cha Eun-woo is speculated to enlist in the military this year, having recently gone for an interview for the Republic of Korea Army band, as reported by The Korea Times. According to his agency Fantagio, the 28-year-old attended an interview at the Ministry of National Defence's military band unit on May 9. Applications for the band were accepted from March through April with interviews taking place this month. The final results of the interviews will be announced on the Military Manpower Administration's website on May 29. If Eun-woo is accepted, he is expected to enlist this July. He began his acting career in the 2014 film My Brilliant Life and debuted in 2016 as a member of the boy band Astro. He is known for drama series including My ID is Gangnam Beauty (2018) and True Beauty (2020). Last month, it was reported that he will be taking on his first leading role in a movie, titled First Ride. He is also expected to finish filming the Netflix series The Wonder Fools with Park Eun-bin this month. Lee Jae-wook Actor Lee Jae-wook has shared his plans to enlist sometime this year, noting that he will "film two projects and then enlist" in a broadcast of entertainment show Fresh Off the Sea on May 4. Currently, he has not shared his date of enlistment. Last August, the 27-year-old appeared on the music talk show The Seasons - Zico's Artist and said: "In fact, my military enlistment is not far off. I am thinking about next year... I'm trying to do lots of activities until then." Jae-wook made his acting debut in the drama series Memories of the Alhambra (2018), and is best known for Extraordinary You (2019) and Alchemy of Souls (2022). [[nid:717858]] No part of this article can be reproduced without permission from AsiaOne. celebritiesactorssingersK-pop This website is best viewed using the latest versions of web browsers.
Korea Herald
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Monsta X marks 10th year with full-member release 'Now Project Vol.1'
Group kicks off complete-unit activities with rerecorded hits and a special livestream event Boy band Monsta X marked its 10th year with the release of 'Now Project Vol.1" on Wednesday, marking the group's first full-group album in nearly four years. According to its agency, Starship Entertainment, the digital album was unveiled at noon and signals the return of Monsta X as a complete unit. The title 'Now' is a nod to the present and a reverse of 'Mon,' the prefix in the group's name, symbolizing a reflection on the group's identity and timeline. Debuting in May 2015, with its first EP 'Trespass,' Monsta X celebrates exactly 10 years since their debut by reuniting all six members for this special release. The album includes 10 tracks previously released between 2021 and 2023, during which leader Shownu was completing his mandatory military service and unable to participate. Tracks such as 'Rush Hour,' 'Love' and 'Beautiful Liar' have been rerecorded to feature all six members' vocals, including recently discharged Hyungwon, who completed his military service Tuesday. Other songs include fan favorites like 'Autobahn,' 'Ride with U,' 'Mercy,' 'Love You,' 'Lone Ranger,' 'Deny' and 'It's Okay.' All songs have been newly arranged and recorded to reflect the group's current sound. The members also participated in the songwriting, composing and production, showcasing their musical growth and identity as self-producing idols. Monsta X is scheduled to host a special livestream on Wednesday at 7 p.m on its official YouTube channel to celebrate the group's debut anniversary. All six members will appear together to reflect on their journey, interact with fans in real-time and kick off their next chapter. Known for their intense concepts, strong discography and commanding stage presence, Monsta X has earned its reputation as 'trustworthy performers,' with fans trusting the group in both music and performance.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lee Do Hyun Discharged from military duty after 21 months service; gets a warm welcome from fans- Pics Inside
South Korean actor Lee Do Hyun has officially completed his mandatory military service, marking the end of his 21-month-long enlistment. The actor who was discharged from the Air Force military band, was greeted warmly by fans celebrating his return to civilian life. Despite beginning his service in August 2023, Lee remained in the public eye thanks to his any projects filmed prior to his enlistment. While he continued his military duty, he made occasional appearances on screens, and also made a memorable appearance at the 60th Baeksang Arts Awards earlier this year. At the awards show, the hunk accepted the Best New Actor award for his performance in the supernatural thriller Exhuma , Lee turned heads by appearing in his uniform and publicly acknowledging his girlfriend with a simple yet heartfelt message: 'Ji Yeon, thank you.' The rare show of affection sparked headlines and won over fans for its sincerity. Lee and Lim Ji Yeon , who have been in a public relationship since before his enlistment. While serving, Lee maintained his grip over the audience with the success of Exhuma and the Netflix hit Sweet Home . With his return, he is already in talks to lead a new drama penned by the renowned Hong Sisters, with actor Go Min Si reportedly in discussions to join him as co-star. Meanwhile, MONSTA X 's star Hyungwon also hit the headlines after it was announced that he will be discharged from the military, today, May 13. The singer has officially completed his service in the Army Band after enlisting in November 2023, approximately a year and six months ago. Hyungwon's discharge holds special significance as it falls on the day before MONSTA X's 10th debut anniversary. To mark the occasion, the K-Pop band will release a digital album titled 'NOW PROJECT vol.1' on May 14 through various music platforms.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ahead of MONSTA X's 10th anniversary, member Hyungwon is to be discharged from mandatory military service on May 13
MONSTA X 's Hyungwon , who had enlisted in the military's Army Band, is all set to be officially discharged today, on May 13. The idol enlisted in November 2023 and will be released after completing one year and six months in military service. Hyungwon to return ahead of the group's anniversary MONSTA X's Hyungwon is going to be returning from his mandatory military service today on May 13, ahead of the group's official 10th anniversary event, according to Allkpop. What makes his discharge even more special is the fact that he is leaving the military only a day before the group's anniversary, which fortunately falls on May 14. Fans are looking forward to the official reunion of all six members as well. MONSTA X all set to launch digital album for 10th anniversary The group, to commemorate and celebrate their 10th anniversary, will be releasing a digital album titled ' NOW PROJECT vol.1 '. The album is said to contain around 10 tracks in total. It will include both title songs and B-side tracks in the album. It consists of music that MONSTA X has released as a group between the years 2021 and 2023 so far. The album is going to feature new song versions that include the vocals and raps from all six present members of the group. The album is being released to mark a new beginning for the group and also for celebrating the auspicious event with Monbebes (MONSTA X fans). All of the songs are being rereleased, and a new version is being shared with the public in order to showcase every member's talent, especially due to the fact that, due to scheduling conflicts and military service, many songs have some or the other member completely missing from the track. Hyungwon is also the fifth member to complete his military service after Shownu, Minhyuk, Jooheon, and Kihyun, while their maknae (youngest member), I.M., is yet to start his service in the military. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
