She highlighted the valuable experiences gained and expressed her gratitude.
ILLIT plans to strengthen ties with their fans through their upcoming tour.
Minju from the K-pop group ILLIT has wrapped up her role as an MC on KBS2's ‘Music Bank’ after 1 year and 3 months. Her final appearance was on the broadcast on January 30, where she expressed how invaluable the experience has been. Minju stated, "It has been an honor to share the stage with amazing artists and warm staff every week. While Fridays will feel empty, I will continue to work hard as ILLIT’s Minju." She also conveyed her gratitude to those who supported her throughout her MC tenure.
Minju was appointed as the 39th MC in October 2024, leading live broadcasts with her vibrant energy and reliable delivery. Additionally, she hosted the web variety show ‘Minju’s Pink Cabinet’ on KBS Kpop’s YouTube channel, shedding light on K-pop artists’ lives outside the stage, and proved her capability as an MC at the 2025 KBS Song Festival.
On the day of the broadcast, other members of ILLIT made a surprise appearance, adding warmth to the farewell. They are set to kick off their first tour ‘ILLIT LIVE ‘PRESS START♥︎’’ on March 14-15 at the Ticketlink Live Arena in Seoul, with plans to perform in seven cities including Japan and Hong Kong, generating excitement among fans for the upcoming events.
Minju's departure from her role on ‘Music Bank’ signifies more than just the end of a program. Throughout her time as an MC, she facilitated communication between K-pop artists and their fans, fostering a positive impact on ILLIT’s fandom culture. Minju's positive demeanor and sincerity resonated with many, raising expectations for ILLIT's future activities.
Moreover, ‘Minju’s Pink Cabinet,’ showcased on the YouTube channel, revealed the diverse sides of K-pop stars, offering fans a new perspective. This program played a vital role in strengthening engagement with fans and highlighting ILLIT's unique identity. There is a hope that such content will continue to emerge in the K-pop industry moving forward.
Finally, Minju and her members' determination to connect more closely with fans through their upcoming tour is commendable. The tour promises to provide fresh musical experiences and emotional connections, reinforcing relationships with global fans. In this way, ILLIT shows great potential for growth through direct interactions with their audience.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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