[Exclusive]MONSTA X's final destination? We're an ongoing artist" [Interview 3]

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-following the interview ②

Q. Were there any difficulties during your first world tour in four years.

▶Minhyuk = It's been a long time, so I felt overwhelmed and happy rather than tired. But if I had to pick one, I would go up thinking, "I'm going to tear up the stage," but to maintain this, I had to work really hard to take care of my physical strength. Still, I experienced that when I heard MONBEBE's cheers, my tiredness disappeared, so I'm trying to build up my physical strength before I go on a full-fledged overseas tour.

▶Jooheon = It's been 4 years since the world tour, and I'm already excited to go meet MONBEBE overseas. As much as I'm proud to be a setlist of all time, I put a lot of energy into it on stage, but I think the support I receive is bigger, so I'm more excited than I'm struggling.

Q. Now, I think there will definitely be ups and downs or difficulties with working on a new album. What do you think.

▶ Jooheon = Rather than saying that the work itself is difficult, I think a lot about "what kind of music should I play for MONBEBE to like more." I made a lot of songs every time I went on vacation until last year, and I'm constantly working on new songs even after I'm discharged from the military. There are still a lot of music and concepts I want to show you, so please look forward to it and enjoy it.

▶Hyungwon = It is true that the older the year, the greater the sense of responsibility to show what kind of performance. But I think I'm trying to make MONSTA X's own music stronger by using that responsibility as a pleasant driving force. As the members are participating in more diverse songs as the album goes on, I hope you look forward to what kind of music MONSTA X will tell you in the future.

▶I.M = I think I'm trying to keep trying new things. In the new song "Growing Pains," which was released recently, I put a lot of energy into the vocals. Fortunately, I'm trying to enjoy the adventure of finding new paths while finding things that MONBEBE liked and didn't know about myself. Also, the sense of accomplishment I feel in the process allows me to keep going, so I want to find this reward more than the burden in the future.

Q. What is the dream you want to achieve in 2026.

▶Shownu = I hope we can all have fun and be healthy this year as well. Also, the youngest I.M joined the army, so I hope he doesn't get sick and has a healthy trip.

▶Minhyuk = We performed a solo performance using the guitar on our first world tour. As I practiced the guitar, I wanted to do better. I'm going to practice guitar a lot this year, so I want to show my fans something else.

▶Kihyun- I was so proud to see the fans say they loved it after the concert. I want to continue to show great performances so that MONBEBE can feel proud. Also, since it's been 4 years since we've been on the world tour, we'll do our best not to regret every performance.

▶Hyungwon- I'm also looking forward to seeing you through more diverse activities this year. Since we said hello through MONSTA X's promotions and web entertainment shows last year, we're working hard to show you various activities this year as well. I hope you'll be with us this year as well.

▶Jooheon = Since I finished my long-term solo career well in January, I'm going to return that energy to the team. For the time being, I'd like to focus on the world tour stage, but also focus on the next chapter of MONSTA X.

▶I.M=2026 is likely to be a year when we take a comma for a while and fulfill our national defense obligations. Thankfully, I received a lot of support and love from my fans at the world tour concert right before I joined the army. The biggest goal is to live in the military with a healthy body and mind and greet you again. Even while I'm away, I hope the members and MONBEBE are having a great time.

Q. Please also mention any dreams you have not achieved as a team.

▶Jooheon = It is still loved by many people, but I hope that the name 'Monsta X' will become a genre of music now. I think we've shown our charm with the colors we've built, but I want to make sure that the songs we're going to perform are not about distinguishing genres when anyone hears it for the first time, but that "it's MONSTA X's music."

▶Kihyun = Thankfully, last year's album, which was released as a whole after a long time, was also on the Billboard chart and received great love. Just because it's a dream I've achieved once, the excitement or weight never gets lighter. I want to prove more clearly that these results are skills through good music this year as well. Of course, performance is important, but I want to solidify the trend of our results being steadily recognized and loved in the global market.

Q. What do you think will be the final destination of MONSTA X's career.

▶Shownu = I want to remain 'present progressive' as I said before, rather than the concept of a 'final destination' that has to stop somewhere. My goal is to become a team that always contemplates and creates a new next chapter based on my accumulated experience.

▶Minhyuk = Additionally, we want to continue to create our own paths so that we can think "MONSTA X was possible" when we look back on the paths we have taken so far and the way forward in the future.

▶Hyungwon = I don't think it's the destination, but I think I want MONSTA X's walking path to continue as long as possible. Rather than a grand goal, I think it will be the best completion of our career to remain a team that still shows good music on the spot when MONBEBE suddenly thinks of us.

Q. What do you want to say to MONBEBE.

▶Kihyun = We are looking at 11 years now, and I hope you know that MONSTA X was able to work together because of MONBEBE. Thank you to everyone who's been with us and everyone who's been with us, and I hope we can continue to work hand in hand.

▶ Jooheon = I think MONSTA X was able to be MONBEBE's pride because MONBEBE was also our pride and pride. I always say this, but it always seems like it's not enough. I love you, MONBEBE!

▶I.M = For the past 10 years, I stood in front of MONBEBE as MONSTA X and as a solo artist, and I really gained a lot of strength from seeing you always support and like me. MONBEBE will continue to be my biggest driving force. I'll be back healthy, so don't worry. I hope MONBEBE stays healthy and happy until we meet again. I love you!

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