MAMAMOO’s Hwasa is proving once again that she’s the queen of bold fashion!

On March 15, Hwasa took to Instagram to share exclusive behind-the-scenes moments from her HWASA LIVE TOUR [Twits] in North America, capturing the attention of fans worldwide.

In the newly uploaded photos, Hwasa exuded confidence as she rocked a halter-neck top featuring her own image.

But what really had fans talking was her daring outfit choice—an unbuttoned shirt paired with underwear, showcasing her signature fearless style.

Hwasa once again proved why she’s known for pushing fashion boundaries, effortlessly combining boldness with undeniable charisma.

She also shared a video of herself on stage, fully immersed in the moment while interacting with her audience.

Fans couldn’t get enough of her energy, leaving comments like:
“Only Hwasa can pull this off!”
“She looks so powerful and confident!”
“This is why we love Hwasa—always unapologetically herself!”

Hwasa recently kicked off her highly anticipated first solo North American tour, performing in multiple cities across the U.S. and Canada. Her next stops include:
? Los Angeles (March 16)
? Dallas (March 19)
? Houston (March 21)
? Atlanta (March 23)
? Washington D.C. (March 25)
? Brooklyn (March 27)
? Boston (March 30)
? Toronto (April 1)
? Chicago (April 3)

With her jaw-dropping fashion and electrifying performances, Hwasa is making sure fans will never forget this tour. Who’s excited to see her next look?

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Director Kim Hyung Joo of The Match has finally shared his thoughts on Yoo Ah In’s involvement in a drug scandal, calling it a major disappointment, especially considering the actor’s role as the lead in the film.

On March 19th, the director attended a press screening and briefing for The Match at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul. Alongside Kim, actors Lee Byung Hun, Ko Chang Seok, Hyun Bong Sik, Moon Jung Hee, and Jo Woo Jin were present to discuss the film.

The Match revolves around the legendary Go player Cho Hun Hyun (played by Lee Byung Hun), who, after a loss to his disciple, decides to challenge the top players again, driven by his competitive spirit. The movie is directed by Kim Hyung Joo.

Lee Byung Hun plays the iconic Go champion Cho Hun Hyun, while Yoo Ah In portrays his disciple, Lee Chang Ho.

During the event, Kim recalled the casting process, saying, "When we were casting, Lee Byung Hun was cast first. Just having him felt like we had the world, and then, getting Yoo Ah In as a bonus made me even happier."

Although filming wrapped up in 2021, Yoo Ah In's drug scandal led to the indefinite postponement of the film’s release. Now, nearly four years later, The Match is finally set to hit theaters on March 26th.

Reflecting on Yoo Ah In's scandal, Director Kim openly shared his frustration, calling it "irresponsible and disappointing" for the actor to make such a mistake as the lead.

He added, “Before being an actor, he made a mistake as a member of society and was punished, so I don’t think there’s much more to say.” Kim smiled bitterly as he spoke.

Describing the challenges he faced due to the scandal, Kim compared the experience to being trapped in "a hellish tunnel."

He said, "There was nothing I could do inside, so it was overwhelming. But now that we have the light of release, it feels like I can breathe. I’m deeply moved."

The director also shared that because Yoo Ah In was the lead actor, the film had to be released as it was, without editing. This has led some people to feel uneasy about watching the film, given the actor’s scandal.

When asked about this, Director Kim said, "Choosing and judging is up to the audience, so I can't force anything. But I hope they watch the movie as it is. I unintentionally got hurt before the release, so I hope people watch the movie warmly, as if applying ointment to a wound."

The Match will officially be released on March 26th.

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