MONSTA X’s Hyungwon Returns After 18 Months of Military Service; Free Fan Event Announced

Hyungwon has returned just in time for MONSTA X’s 10th debut anniversary. 

After 18 months of mandatory military service, Hyungwon has officially been discharged today. It is undoubtedly a special day for both the artist and fans (MONBEBE) worldwide. His return coincides perfectly with MONSTA X’s 10th debut anniversary (May 14), as he will participate in celebrations and new activities.

MONSTA X’s Hyungwon Military Discharge

After beginning his military service on November 14, 2023, the 31-year-old singer completed his basic military training at Baekjol Unit of the 3rd Division in December 2023. He received an early promotion to corporal in June 2024 and finished the remainder of his service as a military band member.

Before enlisting in November 2023, Hyungwon was actively involved in multiple ventures. He starred in the web drama “CEO-dol Mart” and released tracks under his alias “DJ H.ONE”, including a Shownu X Hyungwon unit release.

After his military discharge, the K-pop star will continue group and individual activities in various fields.

Hyungwon Fan Event “Wonder Garden”

To celebrate his discharge, MONSTA X’s agency, Starship Entertainment, announced a free fan event “Wonder Garden” on May 12.

The MONSTA X member is hosting a free fan event with two sessions at 1 PM and 5 PM on May 17 at Myunghwa Live Hall in Seoul. The event is exclusive to 8th-generation MONBEBE members, and reservations open on May 12 at 7 PM via Interpark Ticket.

MONSTA X 10th Anniversary Celebrations

MONSTA X announced “NOW PROJECT vol.1”, their first digital album set to drop on May 14, exactly a decade after their debut. The album will feature 10 re-recorded versions of their hit songs from 2021–2023, originally released while some members were away for military service.