izna will no longer be able to perform at KCON LA 2024. The new girl group will be unable to attend the event due to visa issues.
‘I-LAND 2’ Group Unable To Perform at KCON LA 2024
On July 19, KCON LA 2024 announced that izna, the new girl group formed through Mnet’s audition show “I-LAND 2,” will not be able to perform at the event due to “unexpected visa issues.” This announcement came as a disappointment to fans eagerly anticipating the group’s debut performance at the popular convention.
[#KCONLA2024] NOTICE pic.twitter.com/ERqBZDSPzY
— KCON USA (@kconusa) July 20, 2024
“The artist has expressed their disappointment and sadness at not being able to attend, especially as they were so excited to meet their fans at KCON LA,” the statement read.” This news comes as a shock to all of us, but we remain committed to ensuring the best possible experience at KCON LA.”
What to Expect at KCON LA 2024
KCON LA 2024, set to take place from July 26 to 28 at the Crypto.com Arena and the Los Angeles Convention Center, is a major event in the K-pop calendar, drawing fans from all over the world. The final “M Countdown” concert on Sunday, July 28, will be broadcast live on The CW Network, marking a significant milestone as KCON will be aired live on U.S. primetime national television for the first time.
[#KCONLA2024]
𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺!!!K-POP Fan & Artist Festival,
𝐊𝐂𝐎𝐍 𝐋𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒🎈 JUL 26-28
📍 https://t.co/Tc1cN9ymrD Arena, LA Convention Center, GILBERT LINDSAY PLAZA✨Let’s #KCON! pic.twitter.com/7jN7Hez5Xp
— KCON USA (@kconusa) May 30, 2024
The sudden cancellation of izna’s performance has left fans disheartened, as the group was one of the highly anticipated acts of the event. Visa issues have occasionally disrupted K-pop group schedules, but such occurrences are always disappointing for both the artists and their fans.
While izna’s absence will be felt, the rest of the KCON lineup promises an exciting and memorable experience for attendees. Fans are hopeful that izna will have another opportunity to perform in the U.S. soon, and are looking forward to updates from the group and their management regarding future activities.