Group Monsta X's Hyungwon has returned to fans after completing 1 year and 6 months of military service.
Hyungwon was discharged on the morning of the 13th from the Capital Mechanized Infantry Division located in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province.
On Nov. 14, 2023, Hyungwon, who enlisted in the Army as an active duty soldier, diligently fulfilled his duty of defense for 1 year and 6 months, becoming the fifth 'militarized' member of the team following Shownu, Minhyuk, Jooheon, and Kihyun.
Appearing before fans and reporters on this day, Hyungwon displayed a dignified appearance and proudly showcased the Army Valor Award he received for exemplary military service, drawing attention.
First, Hyungwon expressed his gratitude by saying, "I thank the fans who waited for 1 year and 6 months," and added, "I know you are worried that I've lost a lot of weight, but it's not that I lost weight; I went on a diet, so I would appreciate if you could see me beautifully. I will show you more of the things I couldn't show during the past 1 year and 6 months, so I hope you are looking forward to it. Now, I will make sure to let you wear floral shoes."
Regarding the absence of members on this day, Hyungwon explained, "The decision for the members not to attend was made starting with Minhyuk, so I have no feelings of disappointment. When I was on leave, I talked a lot with the members, and I received congratulations, so I feel good."
When asked what he wanted to do after discharge, he replied, "Every evening at 9 p.m., I stopped using my phone, but I will try to communicate with the fans after that time."
Finally, Hyungwon shared his future plans, saying, "I have a lot planned, but since it's been a long time since all of Monsta X gathered, I will work hard to show you as many appearances as possible as a full group and return as soon as possible."
Meanwhile, Hyungwon will meet fans at the free fan event, 'Hyungwon's Greenhouse (Wonder Garden),' to commemorate his discharge, which will be held on the 17th at Myunghwa Live Hall in Yeongdeungpo, Seoul, as his first official schedule.
He is also slated to serve as an MC at the '2025 Asia Star Entertainer Awards' to be held on the 29th.
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