ILLIT’s Moka will participate in the group’s activities for the time being because of health reasons. Belift Lab (the company behind ILLIT) announced the news on April 20, 2026, and stated that the decision was made after medical advice. The agency did not give specific details about her condition. Read the official notice here:
🚨 [260420] NOTICE#MOKA recently received medical treatment due to health issues, and the medical professionals have indicated that she will need continued treatment and adequate rest.
MOKA will be unable to participate in scheduled #ILLIT activities for the time being. pic.twitter.com/UD5AGeWstf
— ILLIT UPDATES (@illitupdates) April 20, 2026
According to Belift Lab, Moka will focus on treatment and recovery. The agency also said that Moka strongly wanted to continue participating actively during the ILLIT promotions, but her health will be the priority for now. Fans are expected to receive more updates only when the agency decides if it is appropriate to share her health status.
ILLIT is still scheduled to release their fourth EP, “Mamihlapinatapai,” on April 30, 2026. The five-member girl team has been sharing teaser content for the project, including promotional photos under the “Free Rider” version. On May 5, 2026, ILLIT is also scheduled to perform at the Seoul Children’s Grand Park Festival. The free event is connected to the group’s focus track, “It’s Me.” Moka’s absence may affect some promotional activities, but Belift Lab has made it clear that her recovery comes first. Despite her absence, the girl group’s mini-album release will continue as fans send support and wait for her return.
