Kim Jaejoong’s upcoming girl group, SAY MY NAME, is already gaining attention ahead of their official debut, especially with the involvement of former IZ*ONE member Hitomi and other standout trainees.

SAY MY NAME, produced by singer and actor Kim Jaejoong, is catching the eyes of K-pop fans thanks to the diverse backgrounds and talents of its members. Leading the group is Hitomi, who fans will remember from IZ*ONE, one of the most loved third-generation girl groups. Hitomi first entered the K-pop scene through Mnet’s *Produce 48*, and her re-debut in this new group is exciting many fans. Support has been pouring in as fans eagerly anticipate her return.

Mei and Seungjoo also bring their own experience from audition programs. Mei stood out for her solid singing and dancing skills on HYBE Universal's survival show The Debut: Dream Academy, while Seungjoo gained attention on MBC’s My Teenage Girl for her stable performance and unique talents, despite being younger than her fellow contestants.

Another member, Soha, is already getting buzz for her stunning visuals. She is the older sister of singer Jung Choha, often nicknamed “Little Jennie,” and fans are noticing the family’s incredible genes. Other members, including Dohee, Kani, and Junhee, have also been praised for their flawless looks, with all seven members showing both beauty and talent.

As part of the 5th-generation girl group wave, SAY MY NAME is already raising expectations. They recently completed their “Encode to Label” stage and will be performing at Tokyo Girls Collection on the 12th, gaining interest even before their official debut.

SAY MY NAME will drop their debut album on October 16, and K-pop fans are eagerly waiting to see what this group has in store.

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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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