Former AOA member Choa (Im Do Hwa) has officially signed an exclusive contract with Dante Entertainment, marking a major turning point in her career and the beginning of her full-time acting journey!

On February 6, Dante Entertainment made the announcement, sharing, "We are thrilled to sign with Im Do Hwa and will support her as she shows her full potential in various projects. We look forward to exploring many exciting opportunities for her."

Known for her bright and energetic image during her time in AOA, Im Do Hwa, now going by her real name, has made waves in the acting world. After leaving the group, she’s pursued acting, especially in musicals and theater, where she’s been gaining attention for her talent and dedication.

Im Do Hwa expressed her excitement, saying, "I’m very happy to sign with Dante Entertainment for this fresh start. I will work hard to meet the public in many different ways and showcase my full potential."

This exciting new chapter for Im Do Hwa follows Dante Entertainment’s recent addition of actor Kim Ki Bang to their growing roster, and fans are eager to see what’s next for the talented star.

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Actress Kang Ye Won got emotional as she opened up about why she took a break from broadcasting and why she’s finally giving love a chance.

On the March 3 episode of tvN STORY’s Can I Love Now?, Kang Ye Won made her debut as a new participant looking for romance.

During the broadcast, she revealed that negative online comments had deeply affected her. "I used to cry all the time reading comments. I get hurt easily. What might be a small wound for others feels like a huge blow to me," she shared, expressing the stress she faced from malicious remarks.

She also admitted that at one point, she wanted to leave everything behind. "I kept thinking, ‘How long do I have to keep working this hard?’ and it became overwhelming."

She added, "At one point, I thought, ‘I should just quit everything and move to the countryside,’ and that idea actually gave me peace," she confessed.

When it came to dating, Kang Ye Won shared that she had always been content watching others fall in love.

"It never worked out for me. I wasn’t the type to ask for introductions either. I just found comfort in living as an observer. Maybe it’s my fate. I’m fearful, and I lack courage. If I feel like someone might hurt me, I block them out from the start," she admitted.

However, the actress revealed that she ultimately joined Can I Love Now? for her father. "My dad was born in 1943. He had me late in life, and his health isn’t great."

She added, "I realized that if I continue living alone like this, I won’t be able to give my parents any hope until the moment they pass away," she said with tears in her eyes. "My perspective on life has changed. I no longer think just about myself, but about my parents."

Kang Ye Won’s heartfelt confession touched many viewers, leaving fans rooting for her to find happiness.

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