Moka of ILLIT makes a surprise appearance at a festival after announcing a hiatus for health reasons, delighting fans with a performance.
May/6/2026 11:15
Since ILLIT's Moka announced her hiatus, she appeared in an official setting for the first time. On the 5th, at the 'ILLIT Seoul Children's Grand Park Festival' held in Gwangjin District, Seoul, Moka made a surprise appearance and delivered unforgettable emotions to the fans who visited the site. Previously, on the 20th of last month, her agency BELIFT LAB announced that Moka would focus on treatment and rest for the time being due to health reasons, leading to her inability to participate in the full comeback activities for the 4th mini-album 'MAMIHLAPINATAPAI' released on the 30th of last month. The festival was lively with various programs starting from 11 AM. The highlight of the festival was ILLIT's performance on the outdoor stage 'Stage in the Forest' at 6 PM. ILLIT showcased a glamorous performance with their new song 'It's Me,' which challenges the techno genre for the first time, along with many hit songs loved by fans. In particular, when Moka, who had left the stage for health reasons, made a surprise appearance in the audience, the venue was filled with enthusiastic cheers. Moka hinted at her recovery by dancing on stage to the lively beat and addictive melody.
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