• NewJeans' Hyein opens up about finally working with IU: "I put my heart and soul singing her song"

    NewJeans' very own Hyein has made a stunning appearance on the cover of a fashion magazine.

    Gracing the March issue of Vogue Korea, released on February 17th, Hyein, an ambassador for Louis Vuitton House, showcased her unique charm and sophistication using the brand's jewelry collection.

    During the interview accompanying the photoshoot, Hyein shared, “The most joyous moments for me are when our audience is fully engaged and having a blast at our performances.” She added, “Our team always reminds each other to live in the moment when we're on stage.”

    Hyein also opened up about her experience featuring in 'Shh..', a track from IU's upcoming album 'The Winning', set to drop on February 20th.

    She expressed, "The opportunity to feature in IU's song was thrilling. I practiced relentlessly to bring out the uniqueness of my voice. I was determined to give my best during the recording."

    In the same issue, Vogue Korea highlighted 24 women who are shaping the modern era. Among them was Hyein of NewJeans, a group that has consistently topped domestic and international charts with every song they've released.

    They achieved the fastest debut-to-number-one on the U.S. Billboard main album chart, Billboard 200 (as of August 5, 2023), among K-pop groups, and had five songs enter the ‘Hot 100’ last year alone.

    Moreover, NewJeans bagged the 'Group of the Year' award at the ‘Billboard Women in Music Awards’, which honors female artists and producers who have significantly influenced the music industry over the past year. They are slated to perform at the awards ceremony in Los Angeles, USA, on the 6th of next month.

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  • Park Seul Gi praises Byeon Woo Seok's kind heart during a fan meeting that felt like a fairy tale

    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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