NewJeans' Minji recently opened up about her thoughts on the group’s popularity, sharing how her perspective changed thanks to their fans.

In a new photoshoot and interview with Dazed magazine, Minji showed off her versatile charm, effortlessly pulling off different styles, from bold black and white to soft pastel tones. Her natural elegance and fun personality shined throughout the shoot, capturing everyone’s attention.

During the interview, Minji got candid about how she felt when NewJeans' popularity skyrocketed. She said, "At first, I thought it was too much, more than we deserved. But when I looked into the eyes of Bunnies (NewJeans' fans) during performances, I saw how sincere their support and love were."

She went on to explain how this shifted her mindset: "At some point, I realized that it wasn’t right for me to think that way. There are people who love me no matter what, and it started to feel like there wasn't enough time to waste just worrying." This realization helped her see things differently and motivated her to keep pushing forward.

Minji also shared how this connection with fans made her want to become someone they can continue to be proud of, saying, "So now I want to work even harder to become someone I can be proud of, no matter where I am." She then added, “Saying 'thank you' doesn’t feel enough to express how grateful I am,” showing her deep appreciation for their love and support.

Fans can find the full pictorial and interview in the November issue of Dazed, as well as on their official website and social media channels.

Minji’s heartfelt words are a reminder of how much her fans mean to her, and her dedication to always giving her best shines through!

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Actress Lim Ji Yeon is finally opening up about the unexpected backlash she received after showing support for actor Jung Woo Sung during his controversial return to the public eye.

In an interview on January 23rd, following the end of her drama The Tale of Lady Ok, Lim Ji Yeon spoke candidly about the situation that caused a stir at the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards in November last year.

At the event, Jung Woo Sung made his public return after facing controversy surrounding an “illegitimate child” with model Moon Ga Bi. While Jung Woo Sung took the stage to apologize, Lim Ji Yeon was seen clapping and cheering for him.

Reflecting on that moment, Lim Ji Yeon shared, "It was a brief moment, so it’s hard to say whether it was right or wrong." She added, "I didn’t expect the public’s reaction. On the other hand, I was cautious since The Tale of Lady Ok was airing at the time."

For those who missed it, Jung Woo Sung and Moon Ga Bi, who had been in a relationship since 2022, revealed last year that they were expecting a child.

The actor took full responsibility for the situation and issued an apology during the awards ceremony, saying, "I’m sorry for causing concern and disappointment to everyone who has shown me love and support. I will bear all the criticism, and I promise to take full responsibility as a father to my son".

However, while Jung Woo Sung addressed the controversy, it was Lim Ji Yeon’s show of support that sparked controversy.

She cheered enthusiastically for Jung Woo Sung, while actress Hye Ri, who was seated next to her, kept a neutral, expressionless face. This led to a wave of criticism from some netizens who questioned Lim Ji Yeon’s reaction.

It’s worth noting that Lim Ji Yeon’s agency, Artist Company, was co-founded by Jung Woo Sung and actor Lee Jung Jae, both of whom currently serve as directors.

Could this connection have influenced Lim Ji Yeon’s public display of support? She’s still processing the response, and fans are curious to know how she’ll handle the fallout moving forward.

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