SHINee’s Onew is back with exciting news about his solo work.

On August 16, Onew dazzled fans on KBS2’s 'The Seasons - Zico’s Artist' by unveiling his new track ‘Hola!’ from his upcoming mini-album. His performance was a highlight, creating buzz for his solo return.

Onew started his set with a nostalgic touch, singing 'Stand By Me' from the classic drama 'Boys Over Flowers.' His fresh and powerful vocals enchanted the audience, showcasing his impressive ability to hold notes long and strong.

He also shared insights about his mini-album ‘FLOW,’ releasing on September 3. Onew explained, "To keep things circulating, they need to flow. It's important to stay true to yourself as time moves forward."

He added that the album's message is to inspire people to embrace their unique qualities and shine.

Onew previewed ‘Hola!’ from ‘FLOW,’ a song with a dual meaning of ‘hello’ and ‘rising up.’ His vibrant performance teased what’s to come and hinted at his significant involvement in the album’s production, including A&R work.

He also performed his July single ‘Moon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun,’ a catchy and easy-to-sing song that brought a fun, upbeat vibe to the show. The audience loved his smooth and strong vocals, adding to the festive atmosphere.

During the show, Onew shared a fun story from his trainee days. He used to sing with a trash can on his head to better hear his voice.

He even performed Kim Yeon-woo’s ‘Goodbye Taxi’ on the spot, demonstrating his dedication and talent.

Fans praised Onew’s performance, calling it "incredible," "refreshing," and noting his "national treasure-level voice."

Onew’s mini-album ‘FLOW’ will be out on September 3.

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ChoA, former member of the girl group Crayon Pop, has bravely shared her ongoing battle with cervical cancer and her emotional journey.

On January 28, ChoA posted a heartfelt update on her social media, explaining her struggles. "I usually laugh, talk, and live my life as usual, but there are moments when I suddenly face a reality that isn’t like before, and it gets tough," she shared.

She went on to say, "Recently, something difficult happened, and in the past, I would have had a drink with my husband to shake it off. I really miss being able to do that."

ChoA admitted that she still can’t fully believe her diagnosis. "When I face the reality I’ve been avoiding, my heart that I’ve built up breaks down," she said. "But the life I’m living now, which I’m still enjoying, is something that someone else might be wishing for. I try to gather my thoughts again with gratitude."

She also expressed hope for the future, saying, "Lately, I dream of a day five years from now when I’ll be declared cancer-free and be able to have a drink with my husband after putting the kids to bed, after all the struggles. It’s been almost two years, so I believe the day I get that clean bill of health will come soon."

ChoA married a businessman in 2021, six years older than her. In October 2023, she revealed her cervical cancer diagnosis, sharing that she had been diagnosed during a routine check-up in her first year of marriage.

Despite everything, ChoA remains hopeful, noting that the cancer was smaller than expected during surgery, and she was able to preserve her fertility—a step closer to her dream of becoming a mother.

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