TWICE's Jihyo opened up about the struggles she experienced during her trainee days on the February 29th episode of the YouTube series 'Sulply'.

She shared insights into her early years at JYP Entertainment, stating, "I joined JYP in 2005. In the past, we all gathered in the hallway and sat with blankets because there were not enough practice rooms. The environment got better after we came to the new office building."

Jihyo also disclosed that during her trainee days, she was scolded a lot because of her weight. She said, "In my case, I was scolded a lot because I couldn't lose weight."

Despite the challenges, a staff member praised Jihyo's leadership qualities, describing her as a true leader who is nice and always does what she needs to do.

Furthermore, Jihyo revealed the strict rules for trainees at JYP Entertainment, mentioning, "If they go to a bar, they're out. If they go to a club, they're out. A few people had to leave because of these rules. Even adults couldn't go. That was the case back then, almost 10 years ago now."

These insights into Jihyo's early journey shed light on the demanding and disciplined environment of the entertainment industry, emphasizing the dedication and perseverance required to succeed.

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Former AOA member Kwon Min Ah—who opened up in the past about being bullied—has once again shared a deep and emotional message on social media, leaving fans feeling concerned and sending love.

On April 23, Min Ah took to her Instagram to write:
“I don’t know if I’ve become completely twisted, or if I’m just scared. Maybe I’m afraid the same thing will happen again. Everything feels scary. And I want to say something sharp to myself too—get it together.”

Along with the message, she posted a selfie where she wore a red knit top, had her hair half-up, and showed a soft pout with a calm expression. Though her outfit and style looked casual, the mood of her words felt heavy.

Fans aren’t sure if Min Ah was directing the message toward someone else or simply speaking to herself. The final line, “get it together,” sounds like a tough love reminder to herself—but also makes many wonder what she’s been going through recently.

People quickly filled the comment section with supportive messages, telling her to stay strong and reminding her she’s not alone.

Min Ah debuted with AOA in 2012 and left the group in 2019. In 2020, she made headlines when she revealed that she had been bullied during her time in the group. The confession caused a huge reaction in the K-pop world, leading to conversations about idols’ mental health and group dynamics.

Recently, she surprised fans when it was revealed she began working as a manager at a dermatology clinic, showing a new side of her life outside of the entertainment spotlight.

Fans continue to cheer her on, hoping she finds peace and happiness in whatever path she chooses next.

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