BADKIZ’s Monika Announces Plans to Leave Group, Pursue Solo Career

Monika is the latest, and last, original BADKIZ member to leave the group. After much consideration, she has decided to spread her wings as a solo artist.

Monika made the announcement during her March 20 a live broadcast, entitled “Goodbye..adios..”

The decision did not come easy for Monika. Despite many line-up changes, Monika has stuck by BADKIZ from their 2014 debut, until now.

The other four original members, BomBom, Yeunji, EunJoo and Jina, have all moved on to new endeavors.

Monika told viewers that she spent a lot of time thinking and talking to all of her current members before making the change official.

Both Monika’s members and her agency have expressed their support for her decision. As a soloist, Monika will still be part of Zoo Entertainment.

Monika asked fans to also continue to show their love for her, by supporting her debut solo-release.