KARA has captured a radiant summer day with their stunning concept photos.

On the 17th, KARA (Park Gyuri, Han Seungyeon, Nicole, Kang Jiyoung, and Heo Youngji) posted the group concept photos for the 'Blue Wave' version of their digital single 'I Do I Do' on their official social media.

In the released photos, KARA grabs attention with their blue and white styling, symbolizing the summer sea. The combination of their five distinct visuals and the lighting effects resembling blue waves creates a mysterious and dreamy atmosphere.

While KARA showcased a bright, floral visual in the previously revealed 'A Flower' version concept photos, the 'Blue Wave' version hints at a dazzling summer day, increasing the excitement for their comeback.

'I Do I Do' is KARA's new song, released approximately one year and eight months after their special album 'MOVE AGAIN,' commemorating their 15th debut anniversary in November 2022. Following the title track 'WHEN I MOVE,' which topped domestic music charts and won first place on terrestrial music shows, KARA became the first girl group to secure number-one trophies in music shows across the 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s.

Ahead of the new song release, KARA surprised fans with the pre-release track 'Hello' on the 16th, offering a special gift to their domestic and international fans. The song, featuring the voices of all six members, including the late Goo Hara, received an enthusiastic response. Fans are eagerly anticipating the emotional impact KARA will deliver with their new song 'I Do I Do.'

KARA's new single 'I Do I Do' will be released on various music sites on the 24th at 6 PM. Additionally, they will hold solo concerts, '2024 KARASIA,' in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan, next month to meet with their local fans.

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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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