Kim Chae Won and Miyawaki Sakura from the group IZ*ONE are speeding up preparations for their debut.

The agency Source Music told Sports Trends on the 21st, "The first girl group under HYBE, which includes Kim Chae Won and Miyawaki Sakura, is preparing to debut in May", adding, "We will disclose the debut schedule as soon as it is confirmed".

The team to which the two belong is the first girl group planned by HYBE, drawing more expectations. Expectations are high on what concept HYBE, which announced the birth of a global boy group earlier, will introduce.

On March 14th, Kim Chae Won and Miyawaki Sakura announced the signing of an exclusive contract with Source Music, a label under HYBE.

On March 15th, Chairman Bang Si Hyuk posted a photo taken with Kim Chae Won and Miyawaki Sakura along with the phrase "Welcome" on his social media.

The two also expressed their feelings about their debut through their social network service. Kim Chae Won said, "We've worked hard to show you our improvement as much as you've waited, so please look forward to it a lot and we'll show you a lot of good things in the future, so please show us a lot of interest and love".

Sakura also said, "I'm preparing hard every day in a very good environment by meeting warm employees who help me next to me", adding, "I hope to meet you soon and I'm working hard to show you a better performance".

Attention is focusing on which teams Kim Chae Won and Miyawaki Sakura will return, who showed growth narratives while working as a group IZ*ONE.

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Broadcaster Park Seul Gi recently shared a heartwarming update about her reunion with actor Byeon Woo Seok, proving that his kind and gentle personality hasn’t changed at all.

On April 2nd, Park Seul Gi posted several photos on her social media, along with the caption, "It’s been a while since I saw Woo Seok, and he is still so kind and gentle".

The photos featured Park Seul Gi hosting a fan meeting event for Byeon Woo Seok, organized by a coffee brand.

In the pictures, Park Seul Gi and Byeon Woo Seok looked close and friendly, highlighting their strong bond. Byeon Woo Seok, standing at 190 cm, even bent down to match Park Seul Gi’s height, showcasing his thoughtful nature.

Park Seul Gi shared more about the event, saying, "I made a meeting that felt like a fairy tale, with actor Byeon Woo Seok and the adorable ‘Tong Tong’ (the nickname for Byeon Woo Seok’s fan club) all gathered together! There were many moments where my heart raced, but it was an hour where I stayed focused and did my best."

She also expressed her gratitude, saying, "I’m really thankful for and happy about the Tong Tong fans who always greet me warmly, not just actor Woo Seok. Is there any April Fools’ Day more unbelievable than this!? Let’s run through April with energy!"

Park Seul Gi, who married a non-celebrity in 2016 and has two daughters, continues to stay busy hosting various events.

Byeon, who gained love through the tvN show Lovely Runner, has already chosen his next project, the upcoming MBC drama 21st Century Prince's Wife.

He’s also been making a positive impact, recently donating 100 million won to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association to help wildfire victims.

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