Chuu, a member of the popular girl group LOONA, emotionally addressed her past conflicts with her former agency during a media showcase for her inaugural mini-album, 'HOWL.'

The event took place in the afternoon of October18th at Yes24 Live Hall, situated on Gucheonmyeon-ro in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul.

Chuu seized the moment to perform the title track, 'HOWL,' along with 'Underwater,' while also engaging with reporters to share insights into the creation of her latest musical endeavor.

Expressing her feelings about the past discord with her former agency, Chuu revealed, "It became an issue as an unwanted topic, and I felt sorry and sad. It was more difficult for the fans than for me, and I apologize to them. That was the most heartbreaking part," tears visibly streaming down her face.

In a poignant continuation, Chuu, with a choked voice, emphasized, "I have never acted unfairly towards the fans, so I prepared the album with their trust and confidence. That's why it's even more meaningful."

The 'HOWL' album narrates the journey of two individuals with wounds, evolving into small heroes for each other within their intimate world, fostering healing.

Through this musical offering, Chuu aims to communicate a heightened sense of self and share her distinctive musical identity with her dedicated fanbase.

The title track, 'HOWL,' introduces a unique and distinctive atmosphere, resembling the vastness of the universe.

It commences with Chuu's acapella vocals, devoid of any instrumental accompaniment, creating a captivating blend of tension and immersion.

Chuu's highly anticipated first mini-album, 'HOWL,' was officially released on various online music platforms at 6 p.m. on the same day, marking a significant milestone in her musical career.

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BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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