The group MONSTA X sparked excitement for their comeback by appearing on a prominent American morning news program.
MONSTA X recently appeared on CBS Los Angeles' 'KCAL News' and KTLA's 'KTLA 5 Morning News.' Visiting the U.S. for 'KCON LA 2025,' they shared their feelings about their group appearance at 'KCON LA' after nearly 9 years, and expressed their excitement for their domestic comeback on September 1st, heightening global fans' expectations.
On the broadcast of 'KCAL News' aired on the 31st of last month (local time), MONSTA X said, "It feels nostalgic to take the stage at 'KCON' after 9 years" while expressing their overwhelming feelings about the long-awaited group performance at 'KCON.' They also mentioned IM, who was unable to participate due to health reasons, noting, "The youngest, IM, could not join us, but he is recovering diligently and has sent messages of support," showcasing the strong bond among the members.
Additionally, MONSTA X talked about their digital album 'NOW PROJECT vol.1,' released on the day of their 10th anniversary in May. They noted, "We were able to announce our complete group status with the album featuring Shownu's voice," and added, "We plan to return with more great music on September 1, so please look forward to it," revealing their excitement for their domestic comeback. At the end of the interview, when a local anchor greeted them in Korean with "Thank you," MONSTA X praised the fluent pronunciation and concluded the interview in a warm atmosphere.
Moreover, in the broadcast of 'KTLA 5 Morning News' aired on the 1st (local time), they introduced the mini album 'THE X,' set to be released on the 1st of next month. MONSTA X stated, "A new album 'THE X' is coming soon. It tells the chronicle of MONSTA X's 10th anniversary while signaling a new beginning, and it's an album with a fresh style, so we are curious about the fans' reactions," heightening expectations for the new chapter.
Recently, MONSTA X successfully wrapped up their full group concert '2025 MONSTA X CONNECT X' after three days at Seoul's KSPO DOME. Having steadily targeted the American market since their debut, they are set to make a strong presence at 'KCON LA 2025' in Los Angeles today (2nd, local time).
MONSTA X is in the final stages of preparation ahead of the release of their mini album 'THE X' on September 1.
[Photo] Screenshot from CBS Los Angeles 'KCAL News,' KTLA 'KTLA 5 Morning News' broadcast.
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