BTS member Jimin has revealed exciting details about his second solo album, including a tracklist, concept photos, and a teaser video.

On the 27th, Jimin captured global fans' attention with a teaser for the live clip of his pre-release track "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco)," set to debut a day later. The collaboration with artist Loco has sparked enthusiastic responses, especially for its fairy tale-like setting and surreal ambiance.

The teaser video features Loco seated alone, gesturing towards Jimin and dancing lightly amidst a whimsical backdrop.

Jimin's performance delights viewers with its playful charm, promising an enjoyable experience for both Locco and the audience.

Big Hit Music previously described Jimin's upcoming album 'MUSE' as an exploration of "an expanded musical spectrum."

Unlike his debut solo album 'FACE,' which showcased his solo vocal prowess, 'MUSE' presents a richer sound through collaborations with diverse musicians. Besides Loco, Jimin has also collaborated with singer-actress Sofia Carson, creating unique harmonies.

In 'MUSE,' Jimin explores the theme of 'love,' contributing lyrics to six out of seven tracks and overseeing the production of two tracks, highlighting his growth as a musician.

Fans are eagerly awaiting 'MUSE' not only for its musical content but also for its visual presentation. The first concept photos in the 'BLOOMING' version received immediate positive feedback worldwide upon release.

With his blonde hair transformation, Jimin embodies "the anticipation of love blooming" through deep gazes, delicate expressions, and thematic elements like flowers and guitars.

The live clip teaser released on the 27th further showcases Jimin's expressive talents, promising a cheerful serenade that contrasts with the grand emotions of his previous work in 'FACE,' setting a vibrant and enjoyable tone for the upcoming album.

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Seo Ye Ji is facing major backlash after her surprising appearance on SNL Korea 7.

On April 12, Seo Ye Ji made her long-awaited return to variety shows by guest-starring on Coupang Play's SNL Korea Season 7.

Before the show started, she made jaws drop by joking, "I'll gaslight the SNL crew and make it fun," referencing her own past controversies.

During the "Seo Ye GPT" segment, Seo Ye Ji played an AI that helped Kim Won Hoon nail a company presentation. She then made a sharp comment, saying, "The truly embarrassing thing is sitting quietly and being talked about behind your back. I've experienced that a lot," hinting at the criticism she’s faced.

In the "Eve Hair Salon" skit, Seo Ye Ji acted as a salon director and joked about her past "Kim Ddak Ddak" scandal, where she was accused of controlling her then-boyfriend Kim Jung Hyun. When a character mentioned her stiff neck, she responded, "It's firm," making everyone laugh but also stirring mixed feelings.

Fans were shocked to see Seo Ye Ji using her past scandals as comedy material, especially since it’s been eight years since her last variety show appearance. Many pointed out that joking about serious accusations like gaslighting and academic fraud might have gone too far.

The controversy over Seo Ye Ji’s education also came back into the spotlight. She had previously claimed she studied abroad in Spain, but in 2021 it was revealed she never actually attended the university she mentioned.

Her agency explained she was accepted but didn’t attend because of her career in Korea, but many netizens weren’t convinced.

On SNL Korea, Seo Ye Ji even played a character who lied about her past to impress a boyfriend, making fans think of her real-life academic background scandal.

After the episode aired, reactions online exploded. Some comments included, "Falsifying academic background is a crime," "This was too much," "It was funny though," "Let’s forgive it since it’s black comedy," and "Why was Seo Ye Ji the first guest?"

Seo Ye Ji’s bold jokes have definitely split public opinion, with some calling it brave and others saying it only reopened old wounds.

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