The K-pop community and loyal supporters of the veteran boy group INFINITE have received bittersweet news regarding their highly anticipated upcoming activities.
Look Media, the agency representing Kim Myung-soo+ widely known to fans by his stage name L- officially confirmed on July 7, 2026, that the artist will unfortunately be unable to participate in the group’s upcoming fan meeting tour, titled “INFINITE Rally V.”
This update comes as a significant shift for fans who had been eagerly anticipating the rare opportunity to see all members of the iconic group united on stage for this tour.
The announcement highlights the ongoing challenges that multi-talented K-pop idols face when balancing prolific acting careers with group commitments.
As Kim Myung-soo has gained immense recognition for his consistent and high-quality work in various television dramas, the pressure to maintain both schedules has often led to difficult professional decisions.
In this instance, the logistics of his ongoing filming schedule ultimately proved to be the deciding factor that kept him from joining his bandmates for the “Rally V” tour stops.
The Official Position: Agency Clarifies Scheduling
Impasse Look Media released a comprehensive, formal statement to address the concerns of the fanbase and provide clarity on why this difficult decision was reached.
The agency emphasized that the choice was not made lightly and that significant efforts were made behind the scenes to try and reconcile the conflicting schedules.
The full statement from the agency reads:
“Hello. This is Look Media. First, we would like to sincerely thank all the fans who always give Kim Myung Soo their unsparing love and warm support.
We have some unfortunate news to share with the fans who have been eagerly waiting for the upcoming ‘2026 INFINITE FAN MEETING [INFINITE Rally V].’
Kim Myung Soo was extremely determined to participate in the ‘2026 INFINITE FAN MEETING [INFINITE Rally V]’ and spend a meaningful time together with the fans and the other [INFINITE] members.
Accordingly, he made every possible effort until the last moment to try to find a way to participate even amidst his predetermined drama filming schedule, communicating closely with the other members.
However, due to the fluid nature of his drama filming schedule, he reached a situation where adjusting his schedule became physically impossible.
As a result, after in-depth discussions, Kim Myung Soo and the other members ultimately came to the decision that unfortunately, Kim Myung Soo will not be participating in the ‘2026 INFINITE FAN MEETING [INFINITE Rally V].'”
The agency’s decision to include these specific details underscores the fact that Kim Myung-soo was not detached from the situation.
Instead, he was actively negotiating to make a full-group appearance a reality, even engaging in close communication with the rest of the members to explore all potential pathways for his involvement.
Understanding the Impact on Fans and Future Outlook
For the dedicated fanbase of INFINITE, who have witnessed the group’s longevity and consistent chemistry over many years, seeing the members together is a cherished experience.
The rarity of these full-group fan meetings makes every tour stop essential, and the absence of a key member like Kim Myung-soo inevitably creates a void.
Acknowledging this disappointment, the agency further stated:
“We know better than anyone just how much the fans, who have been waiting for a long time to see [INFINITE] as a full group, were looking forward to this and just how disappointed they must be [to hear this news].
Both for [Kim Myung Soo] and the other members, this decision was made with a heavy heart and after painstaking deliberation, so we ask for the fans’ generous understanding.
Although he will not be able to be physically present at the ‘2026 INFINITE FAN MEETING [INFINITE Rally V]’ due to scheduling conflicts, Kim Myung Soo will be cheering with his whole heart from afar for the fans and other members to make the best memories together.
Once again, we bow our heads in apology to the fans who have been waiting and ask for your understanding, and we will strive to repay the fans’ love by showing you an even better side in the future. Thank you.”
While Kim Myung-soo will be absent from the stage during this specific tour, his recent professional output remains a point of pride for his supporters.
He is currently heavily engaged in his acting work, including his latest project, “Love In Sync,” which has kept him busy with filming commitments that necessitated this decision.
Despite the absence, the collective hope among the fanbase is for a future where his schedules align more favorably, allowing for a full reunion that can truly satisfy the long-held expectations of their audience.
For now, fans continue to offer their support, looking forward to the success of the tour and the continued growth of both Kim Myung-soo’s acting career and INFINITE’s enduring legacy.
