MAMAMOO's Hwasa Opens Up About Struggles with Cyberbullying

During the recent episode of tvN's "Dance Singer Travel Squad" that aired on June 8th, MAMAMOO member Hwasa shared her reflections on a challenging experience she faced due to malicious comments.

The episode featured a gathering of MC Hong Hyun Hee, Kim Wan Sun, Eom Jeong Hwa, Lee Hyori, BoA, and Hwasa before their departure to Yeosu and Gwangyang in Jeollanam-do, grabbing the attention of viewers.

The Travel Squad engaged in a discussion on the topic of "If you could perform for only one person?" This question stirred deep emotions within Lee Hyori, who tearfully confessed, "Just thinking about it brings tears to my eyes."

Hwasa, on the other hand, reminisced about her 15-year friendship with Wheein, a fellow member of MAMAMOO.

With a smile, Hwasa shared, "We became friends in middle school, and we understand each other so well that we don't need to say 'I love you' or anything like that. We have only sung songs for each other once, back in middle school."

Kim Wan Sun and BoA also joined the conversation, confessing that they had experienced a decline in self-esteem as a result of receiving criticism instead of compliments after their performances.

As members of the Travel Squad, who have always prepared their performances independently, they could relate to the sentiment expressed.

Hwasa further revealed, "I tend to feel a lot of anger. It applies to both my stage performances and when I create music. I have noticed that there is a stairway that leads me to a climax when I embrace that fierceness."

She singled out her solo mini-album, 'Maria,' as a period when she fully embraced her fierceness. Hwasa shared her feelings, saying, "I always approach music with a genuine heart, living earnestly. However, people judged me solely based on my appearance. I felt a bit disillusioned during that time. Regardless of whether the outcomes were good or bad, I thought, 'I just have to let it all out on stage.' I couldn't express myself fully with people, so the stage became my only outlet."

Lee Hyori nodded in agreement and mentioned her hit song, 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,' revealing, "I wrote the lyrics for that song when I was embracing my fiercest self. I don't remember much about that period, but I was dealing with a lot of stress. I let it all out, even going as far as dressing up as an alien."

The candid conversation on "Dance Singer Travel Squad" shed light on the personal struggles faced by Hwasa and other artists, highlighting the impact of cyberbullying and the importance of finding solace and strength through their artistry.

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Former S.E.S member Shoo (Yoo Soo Young) warmed hearts as she shared a touching moment with her twin daughters—taking them to the same wholesale market where she once worked during a difficult time in her life.

On May 8, Shoo posted several photos on Instagram showing her spending time with her twin daughters, Ra Hee and Ra Yul, at the Dongdaemun wholesale market. In the caption, she wrote, “Did everyone enjoy the holiday? I feel like I made a memory I’ll never forget for the rest of my life.”

The photos showed Shoo and her daughters smiling brightly while eating and shopping together. Her daughters, now visibly grown up, were even seen wearing similar shoes and clothes as their mom.

Shoo opened up about a painful chapter in her past. “When I was struggling, I once sold clothes I got from Dongdaemun with the help of a friend,” she shared. “I used to go there from night to early morning, picking up fleece clothes, hairpins, and shoes, thinking, ‘My kids would love this if I brought them here.’”

Now that her daughters are older, Shoo finally fulfilled that dream. “We laughed so much while shopping. We bought hairpins, socks, and clothes together,” she said. “They’ve grown so much—they can even wear the same things as me.”

Reflecting on the experience, she added, “Memories of my past flashed before my eyes. I told them how I used to work late at night, carrying heavy bags and walking around for 10 hours straight.”

Shoo emotionally concluded, “I was so happy to show my kids the nighttime world I once worked in.”

Fans who remember Shoo’s twins from The Return of Superman were touched to see how much they’ve grown. Shoo, now a proud mom of three, continues to update fans through her TV appearances and social media, showing her strength as both a mother and former idol.

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