BLACKPINK member Rosé recently opened up about her struggles with depression and burnout during an honest conversation.

On December 5, a video with Rosé was uploaded to Daesung's YouTube channel, 'ZIP DAESUNG.' In the episode, Rosé shared her personal experiences and challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.

"I had shingles during the pandemic," Rosé revealed, explaining, "It was because I kept thinking, 'What if no one looks for BLACKPINK anymore? What will I do with my life then?'"

Rosé added, "Since I was 16, my whole life was about becoming a singer. But at that moment, I thought, 'What if I lose my job at this age?'"

Daesung asked if the stress led to her shingles, and Rosé replied, "Yes. This is the first time I'm talking about this, but I’ve also dealt with depression. It’s like a cold for the mind," she said, drawing understanding and support from viewers.

She also reflected on her workaholic tendencies and how it impacted her mental health. "Work is my hobby. I only feel accomplished when I work. But when I take a break, I don’t want to do anything. The problem is, because I’m a workaholic, I just kept going," she said.

Rosé admitted that her non-stop work habits left her feeling drained. "I’ve been a bit burnt out. Maybe not completely, but I worked every single day. I thought it meant I was growing, but recently I realized it wasn’t like that at all. My brain just shut down."

To recover, she decided to take time for herself. "I realized if I kept going like that, I wouldn’t be able to do what I’m supposed to. Only I can take responsibility for myself, so I took a full day to rest," she explained.

Rosé shared how that break changed her perspective. "It was the first time I truly felt that way. Before, it felt like I built a cement wall around myself because there was so much to do. But after resting, I could finally focus on things I hadn’t been able to."

Fans have been praising Rosé for her bravery in opening up about such personal struggles, expressing their support and admiration for her honesty.

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Actor Um Ki Joon is officially tying the knot today, December 22!

SunTree Entertainment, his agency, announced that the wedding will take place privately at a hotel in Seoul. The bride is a non-celebrity, and the ceremony will be an intimate gathering of family and close friends.

Back in May, Um Ki Joon opened up about his engagement in a heartfelt handwritten letter. He wrote, “I always thought marriage wasn’t in the cards for me. But then I met someone warm and thoughtful, and we decided to start a new chapter in life together.”

He also expressed his gratitude to fans, promising, “I’ll never forget the love and support you’ve given me. I’ll keep working hard to repay it.”

With this wedding, Um Ki Joon becomes the last member of the celebrity friend group "UmYuMinBeob" to get married. The group includes actors Yoo Jun Sang, Min Young Ki, and Kim Beop Rae, who are all known for their close bond.

Actor Yoon Jong Hoon, who admires Um Ki Joon, recently hinted at the wedding during an episode of MBC's The Manager. He said, “A senior I respect is getting married soon. I’m planning to give the biggest congratulatory gift of my life as a token of appreciation.”

Although his marital status is changing, Um Ki Joon’s career isn’t slowing down. Fans can look forward to seeing him in the 25th-anniversary production of the musical Werther, which premieres on January 17.

Congratulations to Uhm Ki Joon and his new chapter of life!

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