
MONSTA X member Kihyun has been diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis, sitting out from the group's scheduled performance at '2025 iHeart Radio Jingle Ball' in New York.
On December 12 EST, Starship Entertainment announced via MONSTA X's official Berriz,
"Hello, this is Starship Entertainment.
We would like to provide an update regarding MONSTA X member Kihyun's condition and schedule.
After experiencing sudden discomfort, Kihyun visited a local hospital and was diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis.
Based on the medical team’s recommendation that he receive sufficient rest and recovery, we regret to inform you that he is unable to participate in today’s performance.
We sincerely apologize to all the fans who were looking forward to the show and kindly ask for your understanding and support.
Starship Entertainment will make every effort to support Kihyun's full recovery so that he can greet his fans again in good health.
Thank you."
As a result, MONSTA X performed on stage at '2025 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball' in Madison Square Garden, New York on this day as 4-members, as I.M also could not travel overseas due to his impending enlistment.
MONSTA X will continue greet their U.S. fans through the '2025 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour' with stops in Philadelphia on December 15, Washington D.C. on December 16, and Miami on December 20.
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