Taemin from SHINee has set the record straight about rumors of him starting a clothing brand. On the 23rd, his agency, Big Planet Made Entertainment, clarified that recent online speculation about Taemin launching a clothing line is false.

The confusion began on the 22nd, when Taemin's team revealed that he had personally designed T-shirts as a special gift for fans. These T-shirts were given out through a lottery at an exhibition in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, which started on the same day.

Some fans thought Taemin might be starting a clothing brand because of this event, but that’s not the case. Taemin’s team explained, "Taemin made these T-shirts as a gesture of thanks to his fans after joining a new agency. However, there was a mix-up with the clothing manufacturer, who listed the T-shirts under a different brand, causing confusion."

The agency added, "The manufacturer has apologized to Taemin and us and promised to prevent such errors in the future. We will also ensure our partners avoid similar mistakes."

Taemin addressed the issue on his social media on the 22nd, saying, "I’m not starting a clothing business. These T-shirts were just a gift for my fans, not for sale. I’m sorry for any confusion and will continue to work hard and show appreciation. Thank you for your support."

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Actress Kang Ye Won got emotional as she opened up about why she took a break from broadcasting and why she’s finally giving love a chance.

On the March 3 episode of tvN STORY’s Can I Love Now?, Kang Ye Won made her debut as a new participant looking for romance.

During the broadcast, she revealed that negative online comments had deeply affected her. "I used to cry all the time reading comments. I get hurt easily. What might be a small wound for others feels like a huge blow to me," she shared, expressing the stress she faced from malicious remarks.

She also admitted that at one point, she wanted to leave everything behind. "I kept thinking, ‘How long do I have to keep working this hard?’ and it became overwhelming."

She added, "At one point, I thought, ‘I should just quit everything and move to the countryside,’ and that idea actually gave me peace," she confessed.

When it came to dating, Kang Ye Won shared that she had always been content watching others fall in love.

"It never worked out for me. I wasn’t the type to ask for introductions either. I just found comfort in living as an observer. Maybe it’s my fate. I’m fearful, and I lack courage. If I feel like someone might hurt me, I block them out from the start," she admitted.

However, the actress revealed that she ultimately joined Can I Love Now? for her father. "My dad was born in 1943. He had me late in life, and his health isn’t great."

She added, "I realized that if I continue living alone like this, I won’t be able to give my parents any hope until the moment they pass away," she said with tears in her eyes. "My perspective on life has changed. I no longer think just about myself, but about my parents."

Kang Ye Won’s heartfelt confession touched many viewers, leaving fans rooting for her to find happiness.

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