Free Zia showed off her outstanding appearance, revealing that she was suggested to apply to the Miss Korea and was known as “a goddess” during her college days.

In the broadcast of the 316th episode of JTBC’s entertainment program “Knowing Bros” aired on January 22nd, Free Zia (real name Song Ji Ah), Kang Ye Won, and Lee Young Ji appeared as students transferred to Knowing Bros School.

On the broadcast, Kang Ho Dong asked Free Zia, “Just like how people would suggest a child who looks big to become a ssireum (Korean wrestling) athlete, you must have been suggested to become a celebrity by your family because you’re pretty. Ji Ah was no joke, she’s really amazing.”

Then, Free Zia said, “My mom and dad had told me about Miss Korea ever since I was young. Unfortunately, I didn’t grow tall enough. Mom told me to eat a lot so that I could apply to the Miss Korea. But I didn’t eat much. I should have eaten a lot like Hodong does”, expressing her regret.

When asked if she was famous as a goddess when she was in the Department of Dance at Hanyang University, Free Zia got embarrassed and she said, “Please don’t say it like that”. She then revealed, “Was it? No one told me that, but many friends asked for my phone numbers.”

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NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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