IVE member Jang Wonyoung recently opened up about her surprising debut story on the tvN variety show You Quiz on the Block (Episode 276), revealing that her original dream wasn’t to become a singer, but a news anchor!

On January 15th, Jang Wonyoung and An Yujin joined the show as guests and shared fun stories from their school days.

Jang Wonyoung, who was president of her student council, recalled working so hard that she would get nosebleeds from studying.

“I really liked being an officer,” she said. “I should have organized lunch times, but I was happy doing PR work and being in charge.”

When asked if she was popular back then, Jang Wonyoung humbly said, “I was just on TV in middle school, so people thought it was interesting and came to see me.” An Yujin joked, “I was a bit more popular,” which made everyone laugh.

But what really surprised fans was Jang Wonyoung’s admission that she never dreamed of being a singer.

“I always wrote ‘news anchor’ as my dream job,” she shared. “I wanted to be one, but then I was cast at my sister Jang Da Ah’s graduation when I was 14, and that changed everything.”

Jang Wonyoung went on to explain, “It felt like fate. The person who cast me disappeared just three days later. It was a young senior, and every time I saw them, I’d say ‘Thank you, unni,’ but after casting me, they just left. The entertainment world is all about connections.”

It turns out, that unexpected encounter at her sister's graduation set Jang Wonyoung on the path to stardom, leading her to become the shining star of IVE we know today!

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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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