Recent statements from fromis_9 member Lee Chae Young have sparked concern among fans, highlighting ongoing worries about the group's limited promotional activities.

On May 7, Lee Chae Young took to Weverse to share her concerns, reigniting discussions among fans regarding fromis_9's hiatus from the spotlight.

Many fans have expressed disappointment with the group's management agency, Pledis Entertainment, which is under the umbrella of HYBE, feeling that the agency has not adequately supported the group's promotional efforts.

During a live voice broadcast, Lee Chae Young expressed her frustration, saying, "Why…aren't we allowed to… promote like this? Only fromis_9…? I'm so sad… I have Flover! (fromis_9's fandom name)… I have fans too..!! I'm so sad… I never voiced this before…"

Following Lee Chae Young's candid remarks, fans took to online communities to voice their discontent with Pledis Entertainment's handling of fromis_9. Some comments included:

"Even when their album sales and popularity are high, they should be more active. It's disheartening to see them inactive for 11 months."

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"Pledis, being the agency for SEVENTEEN, should have the resources to promote their artists. Even fromis_9 has a considerable fanbase."

"This is not the first time Pledis has neglected their artists."

"It seems like HYBE's pattern is to launch a group as an experiment and then put them on the backburner."

"With their contract renewal approaching, they might not prioritize group promotions."

"It's heartbreaking to see the members being affected by this."

"At the very least, the agency should allow solo promotions for the members."

"Pledis has a history of sidelining their artists. It's disappointing to see the same happening to fromis_9."

"Lee Chae Young's sadness is palpable, and it's upsetting to hear."

The emotional tone of Lee Chae Young's message has resonated deeply with fans, further underscoring the need for transparent communication between artists and their management agencies.

As fans continue to rally behind fromis_9, they hope for positive changes that will allow the group to shine brightly once again.

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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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