Minju of ILLIT graduates from KBS Music Bank after 1 year, expressing gratitude and promising to continue showcasing her talent.
January/31/2026 12:33
Minju of ILLIT graduated from her role as MC of KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank' after about 1 year and 3 months, with the last broadcast on the 30th. Minju said, 'I was honored to be able to be with wonderful artists every week, GLLIT (ILLIT's fans), and the warm staff. From now on, Fridays may feel lacking, but I will work hard as ILLIT's Minju and show cool stages.' She added, 'I was able to learn a lot while serving as MC. I thank everyone who warmly watched over and supported my immature self, and I will keep the precious time spent on 'Music Bank' in my heart for a long time.' Minju, who became MC in October 2024, led the program with her unique bright energy and stable hosting. At the same time, she conducted a solo web variety 'Minju's Pink Cabinet' through the YouTube channel 'KBS Kpop,' conveying the charm of K-POP stars to fans. She also proved her abilities as the MC of the year-end music festival '2025 KBS Song Festival GLOBAL FESTIVAL.' On this day, ILLIT members made a surprise appearance on 'Music Bank,' creating a warm atmosphere with Minju. On this day, actor Moon Sang-min, who co-hosted, also graduated together. ILLIT will kick off their first live tour 'ILLIT LIVE 'PRESS START︎❤'' on March 14 and 15 at the Ticket Link Live Arena in Seoul (formerly the Handball Stadium). This tour will take place in 7 cities both domestically and internationally, including Seoul, Aichi, Osaka, Fukuoka, Hyogo, Tokyo, and Hong Kong.
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On the afternoon of the 30th, ILLIT departed through Incheon International Airport after completing their overseas schedule. They will appear in a JACQUEMUS fashion show showcasing elegant red outfits. Additionally, details for their first live tour, 'ILLIT LIVE 'PRESS START︎❤',' have been announced, featuring 11 performances across 5 cities starting June 13.
ILLIT's inaugural live tour 'PRESS START❤' kicks off in Seoul on March 14-15, 2026, and visits five cities in Japan from June 13, including Aichi, Osaka, Fukuoka, Hyogo, and Tokyo, before concluding in Hong Kong on August 22. This tour marks their first solo performances in several cities, following a successful fan concert in Japan last year.
ILLIT showcased their presence at Paris Fashion Week by participating in the JACQUEMUS F/W Le Palmier collection show. They were the first K-POP group invited, wearing red outfits chosen by designer Simon Porte Jacquemus. Their popularity continues with their single 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE' ranking on Spotify's global chart for 8 weeks.
On the morning of the 24th, ILLIT members Minju, Yuna, and Wonhee left Incheon International Airport for Paris Fashion Week. They also announced their first live tour, which will include 11 performances across 5 cities in Japan. Additionally, ILLIT achieved 1st place on 'Music Core,' expressing their excitement and desire to become a group that fans look forward to.
ILLIT's first live tour 'ILLIT LIVE 'PRESS START❤'' is set to begin with performances in Seoul on March 14-15, followed by five cities in Japan from June 13, and concluding in Hong Kong on August 22. The tour promises to showcase the group's growth and creativity, building on the success of their previous concerts.
ILLIT has added a trophy to their collection, winning first place on MBC's 'Show Music Core' with their song 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE'. This marks their third win on music shows. They expressed gratitude to fans for their support, which helped them achieve this milestone. The song continues to rise in the charts, recently reaching 13th place after a month-long hiatus from music shows.
On the afternoon of the 15th, ILLIT attended the opening event for the flagship store of the high jewelry brand 'Damiani' in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam, Seoul. They also released the music video for their second digital single 'Sunday Morning,' featuring a cute and lively melody, and kicked off the event with a dance relay involving Korean and Japanese artists, along with a kendama challenge. The NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen continues to feature exciting performances this year.
ILLIT's track 'Billyeoon Goyangi (Do the Dance)' from their 3rd mini-album 'bomb' has surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify. The song captures the excitement of a first date and features unique lyrics and sharp choreography, becoming a hit among teens. It has received international acclaim and contributes to ILLIT's total of over 2.3 billion streams. Their latest digital single 'Sunday Morning' is also gaining popularity, serving as the opening theme for a TV anime.
ILLIT's new digital single 'Sunday Morning' has been released, serving as the opening theme for the anime 'Hime-sama 'Goumon' no Jikan desu' Season 2. The song captures the ups and downs of love through a J-POP ROCK style. The accompanying music video features a whimsical restaurant setting and showcases ILLIT's charm. Expectations for the song are high following their previous hits.
ILLIT has released a teaser for the music video of their upcoming digital single 'Sunday Morning', set to drop on January 13, 2026. The MV features a nostalgic restaurant setting with the group in classic uniforms, captivating fans with their charm and a catchy melody. The song, a J-POP ROCK style, explores the powerful emotions of love, and is set to be the opening theme for the anime 'Hime-sama 'Goumon' no Jikan desu' Season 2. Expectations are high for this release following their previous hit 'Almond Chocolate'.
