Enlistment is something every kpop fan dreads, when the time comes, Kpop fans must say goodbye to their favorite idols for a period of no less than 1 year and 6 months [as of this writing]. This includes MONSTA X’s members.
Today, we’re taking a look at the full MONSTA X members’ military enlistment and discharge dates.
Note: this article will be periodically updated as MONSTA X members enlist or get discharged. So please bookmark it.
Summary
MONSTA X members currently serving in the military: Kihyun, Jooheon, Hyungwon
MONSTA X members who have been discharged from the military: Shownu, Minhyuk
MONSTA X members who haven’t enlisted in the military yet: I.M.
Shownu
Shownu , the leader and the oldest member of the group, was the first to enlist in the military and he’s since been discharged.
Shownu enlistment date: July 22, 2021.
Shownu discharge date: April 21, 2023.
Minhyuk
Minhyuk enlistment date: April 4, 2023
Minhyuk discharge date: October 3, 2024
Kihyun
Kihyun is the latest member of his group to enlist in the military, he enlisted in late August 2023. He’s serving as an active duty soldier.
Kihyun enlistment date: August 22, 2023
Kihyun discharge date: February 13, 2025
Hyungwon
Hyungwon born in 1994, he announced his enlistment back on October 20, of 2023 and enlisted in November.
Hyungwon enlistment date: November 14, 2023
Hyungwon discharge date: May 13, 2025
Joohoney/ Jooheon
Jooheon is the 3rd member of his group to enlist in the military. He enlisted in late July, 2023. He’s serving as an active duty soldier.
Joohoney enlistment date: July 24, 2023
Joohoney discharge date: January 14, 2025
I.M
I.M, the youngest member of the group, still has time left until he must enlist in the military, he has yet to announce it too.
I.M enlistment date: not announced yet
I.M discharge date: unknown yet
FAQ about MONSTA X military
When will the remaining members of MONSTA X enlist in the military?
the two remaining members must enlist by 2024
How will MONSTA X’s military enlistment affect their career?
it will halt their group activities for the time being, some groups manage to do group activities while others in service but it depends on many factors, for now, the members are focusing on group and duo activities
Are any MONSTA X members in the military?
yes, currently 2 members serve in the military. Kihyun and Joohoney
Has MONSTA X enlisted?
four of the members enlisted and 2 remain.
Who in MONSTA X enlisted?
Four members including Shownu and Minhyuk who wrapped up. Kihyun and Joohoney who are currently serving.