TWICE's Mina Sits Out Philadelphia Concert as 'THIS IS FOR' World Tour Continues

TWICE member Mina was absent from the group's concert in Philadelphia on February 24, after JYP Entertainment announced she would be sitting out the show due to health concerns. The performance at Xfinity Mobile Arena marked one of the stops on TWICE's massive "THIS IS FOR" world tour, which has been sweeping across North America since January.

JYP Entertainment released an official statement on the day of the concert, revealing that Mina had been dealing with a poor health condition. According to the agency, the 28-year-old idol "made every effort to rest during the VIP Sound Check" in hopes of being able to take the stage for the main performance. However, the decision was ultimately made to have her sit out the show entirely.

Agency Prioritizes Artist Well-Being

In their statement, JYP Entertainment emphasized that the decision was made to prioritize "the artist's health" above all else. The agency noted that Mina "requires sufficient rest and recovery," signaling that the situation was serious enough to warrant her absence from a major tour stop. The company also acknowledged that Mina herself had been eager to perform and meet fans at the Philadelphia venue.

JYP Entertainment expressed their apologies to fans who had been looking forward to seeing all nine members on stage. The agency assured supporters that Mina would "prioritize her recovery and soon return" to join the rest of the group on tour. No specific timeline was given for her return to performances.

A Massive World Tour in Full Swing

The Philadelphia concert is part of TWICE's sixth world tour, titled "THIS IS FOR," which stands as one of the group's most ambitious touring efforts to date. The North American leg kicked off on January 9 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada, and has since taken the nine-member group across multiple cities in the United States and Canada. The tour features stops at major arenas, demonstrating the group's massive drawing power in the Western market.

TWICE — consisting of Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu — has continued to solidify their status as one of K-pop's top girl groups. The "THIS IS FOR" tour has been a testament to their enduring popularity, with shows drawing sold-out crowds at each venue. The group's "THIS IS FOR" music video recently surpassed 100 million views on YouTube, marking their 26th video to achieve the milestone.

Mina's History and Fan Support

This is not the first time Mina has needed to step away from group activities for health reasons. The Japanese-born idol, whose real name is Myoui Mina, has previously taken hiatuses to focus on her well-being, earning widespread support from ONCE — TWICE's dedicated fanbase — each time. Fans have consistently praised JYP Entertainment's approach of putting artist health first, a stance that has become increasingly important in the demanding K-pop industry.

The remaining eight members of TWICE carried the Philadelphia show, delivering a full concert experience for the thousands of fans in attendance. As the tour continues through North America, fans are hopeful that Mina will rejoin the group at upcoming stops. TWICE's "THIS IS FOR" world tour still has several dates remaining across the continent before the group moves on to other regions.

The situation highlights the physical demands placed on K-pop artists during extensive world tours, where groups perform high-energy shows multiple times a week across different cities and time zones. JYP Entertainment's transparent communication about Mina's condition was appreciated by fans, who took to social media to send well-wishes and messages of support to the idol.