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Kang Mi-na Denies I.O.I Feud Rumors Over 'I.O.I : LOOP' Absence
1 hours ago•James Shin
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Actress and I.O.I member Kang Mi-na has personally addressed rumors of a feud within the group following her absence from their 10th-anniversary comeback. Through a fan communication platform, she confirmed her enduring friendship with the members and explained that her absence was due to pre-existing professional commitments.
Key Facts
- I.O.I reunited on May 19, 2026, for their 10th debut anniversary, their first group reunion in nine years.
- The group released their third mini-album, I.O.I : LOOP, featuring the lead track "Suddenly," and achieved first place on music broadcasts.
- Feud rumors surfaced because Kang Mi-na and Zhou Jieqiong (Kyulkyung) did not participate in the album or promotions.
- Kang Mi-na clarified she could not join because preparation overlapped with her drama filming and promotion schedules.
- Nine members—Jeon Somi, Kim Se-jeong, Choi Yoo-jung, Kim Chung-ha, Kim So-hye, Jung Chae-yeon, Kim Do-yeon, Lim Na-young, and Yoo Yeon-jung—participated in the comeback.
- The members maintain a "one chat per day" habit on KakaoTalk to share support.
Key Terms
- I.O.I : LOOP: I.O.I's third mini-album released for their 10-year milestone.
- KakaoTalk: A South Korean mobile messaging app used by the members for daily communication.
- Girigo: A Netflix series Kang Mi-na recently filmed and promoted.
Key Quote
"Today as well, the members and I told each other we missed each other and congratulated each other. We KakaoTalk almost every day, so feud rumors or whatever... why do people live so tiringly?" — Kang Mi-na
Next
- Participating I.O.I members will continue music broadcast activities and promotions.
- Kang Mi-na will focus on her acting career and upcoming projects.
