Minnie, the talented member of (G)I-DLE, has officially made her mark as a solo artist and is absolutely dominating the music scene with her debut album HER!

On January 21, Minnie dropped her first mini-album HER, which features seven amazing tracks, including the title song "HER" and the pre-released "Blind Eyes Red." The album quickly became a hit, ranking #1 on QQ Music's daily and weekly digital bestsellers in China, #3 on the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart, and #5 on the European iTunes Album Chart. It's safe to say that Minnie's solo debut was a massive success!

Not only did she release an incredible album, but Minnie also hosted a special pop-up store with an exhibition concept to connect with her fans. She even took on the role of a docent, personally explaining her photos, and hosted an exclusive music listening session that allowed fans to get even closer to her.

Minnie then brought her solo debut to the stage, starting with M Countdown, where she blew fans away with her powerful performances. Her title track "HER" led her to a huge victory, securing #1 on KBS 2TV's Music Bank during the last week of January and dominating the Bugs real-time chart. In her first week, her album sold over 190,000 copies, and her music video for "HER" soared past 29.6 million views by February 3, proving just how strong of a solo artist she’s becoming.

Fans were also thrilled to see Minnie appear on KBS 2TV’s The Seasons - Lee Young-ji's Rainbow and several web variety shows. To keep the excitement going, she surprised fans with special clips for "Obsession (Feat. TEN of WayV)" and the dreamy "Cherry Sky," each showing off her versatility and unique musical style.

Minnie’s HER album showcases her incredible musical range and her honest, heartfelt storytelling. Already known for contributing to (G)I-DLE's songs, Minnie went above and beyond this time by composing every single track herself, stepping into the role of a singer-songwriter and proving she’s a force to be reckoned with in the solo artist world!

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Actors Kang Ha Neul and Yoo Hae Jin are ready to blow audiences away with their intense performances in the upcoming crime-action film Yadang: The Snitch, hitting theaters on April 23!

Directed by Hwang Byung Gook, Yadang: The Snitch dives deep into the hidden world of drug crime in South Korea.

The story follows a mysterious broker named Yadang: The Snitch, a prosecutor eager to rise in power, and a relentless detective willing to risk everything to bring down the drug trade.

The film marks the first time the figure of Yadang, an actual but little-known figure in South Korea's drug investigation underworld, is brought to the big screen.

The newly revealed launch poster features Kang Ha Neul as Lee Kang Soo, the mastermind behind the drug operation. He’s joined by Yoo Hae Jin as prosecutor Koo Kwan Hee and Park Hae Joon as detective Oh Sang Jae, setting up an intense three-way showdown.

Fans can expect a high-energy, action-packed battle on screen!

The film's tagline, “Drug brokers, prosecutors, detectives—even drug dealers all line up before him,” has left fans buzzing with excitement, hinting at the powerful dynamics and intense drama to come.

Produced by Hive Media Corp, the powerhouse behind smash hits like 12.12: The Day and Inside Men, Yadang is already being called one of the most anticipated films of 2025.

Kang Ha Neul’s role as Lee Kang Soo is truly something to look forward to. He plays the notorious broker who sells crucial information about drug criminals to national investigators.

Expect to see Kang Ha Neul switch between a calm, collected attitude and a serious, intense persona, showing off his acting range like never before.

Yoo Hae Jin takes on the role of Koo Kwan Hee, an ambitious prosecutor from humble beginnings who wants to climb the ladder of power, and is the first to make a deal with Yadang: The Snitch. Park Hae Joon portrays the determined detective Oh Sang Jae, a narcotics officer on a mission to take down the drug trade.

With its thrilling premise and powerful cast, Yadang: The Snitch is definitely one to watch this spring.

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