SHINee's Onew is back to impress fans with his growth and visuals as he gears up for the release of his 4th mini-album, CONNECTION!

On December 20 at midnight KST, Onew revealed the 'HOME' version concept photos for his upcoming album through SHINee's official social media accounts.

In the photos, Onew poses next to a beautifully designed house model, giving off a dreamy yet clean vibe. His denim-on-denim outfit, paired with cool blue accents, makes him look both vibrant and effortlessly stylish. Fans can’t get enough of his refreshing aura!

Other photos show Onew in a natural setting, surrounded by lush greenery. The cozy atmosphere and his relaxed expressions radiate a calm and healing energy, showing a side of him that's grounded and real.

These concept photos aim to connect Onew's inner world of imagination with his outer world of reality. Fans can look forward to more themes being unveiled soon: 'IMAGINATION' on December 23, 'GAZE' on December 24, and 'SPACE' on December 26.

This album comes just four months after his last mini-album FLOW, which gave fans a glimpse into Onew's personal thoughts. With CONNECTION, he’s ready to show his growth both musically and emotionally.

CONNECTION will be released on February 6 at 6 PM KST on all major music platforms. Get ready, Shawols!

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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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