On April 21, during a press conference for the upcoming Netflix series If Wishes Could Kill, Kang Mina addressed the topic directly for the first time.

She expressed genuine regret, saying she was disappointed not to be part of the reunion project. However, she explained that prior commitments to her acting schedule made it difficult to join the group activities.

“I feel very sorry to the fans,” she shared, adding that focusing on her acting career was ultimately the best decision she could make at the time.

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Kang Mina emphasized that her absence was not due to a lack of desire, but rather a matter of timing and responsibility. With filming schedules already set, she chose to fully commit to her role as an actress. Her message to fans was simple yet heartfelt: “I hope you can look at me kindly.”

The statement reflects both her appreciation for fans’ expectations and her determination to grow in a new chapter of her career.

The series “If Wishes Could Kill” tells the story of high school students who receive a chilling prediction of their deaths through a mysterious wish-granting app and must struggle to escape their fate.

Set to premiere on April 24 via Netflix, the drama marks another step forward in Kang Mina’s acting journey.

Kang Mina I.O.I reunion absence

While many fans expressed disappointment over her absence from the reunion, others have shown support for her decision, recognizing the importance of her acting career.

With I.O.I making a long-awaited comeback after nearly a decade, every member’s presence carries weight. Still, Mina’s honest explanation has helped ease concerns and shift the conversation toward her future endeavors.

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