Nam Jihyun admits she caught the 'celebrity disease' right after 4Minute's debut ... "I changed after the members pointed it out"

According to a recent report by Xports News, former 4Minute's member Nam Jihyun shared how she overcame the 'celebrity disease' in a video titled 'She earned 11 certifications ... Why 4Minute's Nam Jihyun became a Barre instructor' that was posted on the Youtube channel '1ma2c' on the 4th.

In the video, Nam Jihyun shared updates on her life after leaving the entertainment industry and actively working as a Barre instructor. She said, "While promoting in a girl group, I learned at a young age that nothing in this world comes free and that rewards only come through hard work."

She added, "I was always in an environment where we were constantly compared to others. Ironically, I learned how to evaluate myself objectively through the process where success is determined by rankings." She then honestly confessed:

"I used to have the 'celebrity disease.' Our debut song became a huge hit right away. As 'Hot Issue' won first place on music shows, I fell into the illusion that everything I touched would succeed. I mistakenly believed it was all because I was superior."

 

Nam Jihyun revealed that the ones who pointed out her 'celebrity disease' were none other than her fellow 4Minute's members, saying:

"I'm really thankful to the members because they told me, 'Unnie, the staff have been saying that you've caught the 'celebrity disease.' At the time, I was only thinking from my own point of view and saying things like, 'I don't want to do this.' I thanked them for letting me know and fixed my attitude immediately."

Looking back, Nam Jihyun reflected, "I have always been a fairly direct person, but I think it would have been much better if I had the mindset of, 'Thank you for giving me this opportunity." She added:

"I was immature back then. Deep down, I thought I was good at everything. I was close to becoming a monster." 

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Kwanghee shares life update: "I sell products these days ... Thankfully, work has been coming in a lot more"

According to a report by iMBC, TV personality and former ZE:A's member Hwang Kwanghee opened up about his recent activities and revealed an unexpected 'main source of income' in the video titled 'I don't have friends! I just want to go on a reward vacation together' that was posted on Park Myungsoo's Youtube channel, 'Halmyungsoo,' on the 4th.

In the video, Park Myungsoo called Kwangsoo to ask how he was doing. As soon as Kwanghee picked up, Park Myungsoo laughed and said, "Were you waiting for my call? You answered it immediately."

In response, Kwanghee responded playfully, saying, "Of course I answered gith away. Jinkyung Noona told me that you have to answer calls immediately to get more work opportunities," making everyone laugh.

When Park Myungsoo asked whether he had been busy lately, Kwanghee replied, "Fortunately and thankfully, I've been getting a lot more work these days." Park Myungsoo then followed up, "What is your biggest main gig right now?" to which Kwanghee answered without any hesitation:

"To be honest, selling products. Commerce."

 

Reacting to Kwanghee's honest answer, Park Myungsoo showered him with praise, saying, "The reason people hire you for commerce is because you're good it it. If you weren't good at selling things, why would anyone hire you?" highlighting Kwanghee's outstanding sales abilities. 

Upon hearing Kwanghee's life update, netizens left comments such as, "I love Kwanghee's energy," "Kwanghee is such a hardworker," "As expected, the chemistry between the 'Infinite Challenge' casts is amazing," "Kwanghee is so hilarious," "Kwanghee, Mimi, and Myungsoo are my favorite trio," and "This sounds fun already."

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32-year-old Kang Seungyoon already experiencing forgetfulness? Kim Taegyun reveals an even more extreme episode

According to a report by Newsen, WINNER's Kang Seungyoon appeared as a special DJ on the broadcast of SBS PowerFM's 'Cultwo Show' that aired on the 5th and admitted that he has become forgetful, leading broadcaster Kim Taegyun to share his own experience that was on an entirely different level.

When asked whether he tends to forget things, Kang Seungyoon answered, "I do. I used to have a good memory and keep track of everything perfectly," adding:

"These days, I take my health supplements once a day and sometimes I can't remember whether I've already taken it. There are times when I end up taking it twice because I wasn't sure. The other times, I think, 'I already took it earlier,' only to realize that it was actually yesterday."

Kim Taegyun responded, "Regardless of age, there are many times when people just forget things." He then shared his own story, "Not long ago, I was walking up the stairs when I received a phone call. After I hung up, I stopped and thought, 'Wait, was I going upstairs or downstairs?' I was like, 'What is going on?'"

He cotninued, "Sometimes, I even stare at the password I use to enter my house every day and go, 'Huh?' It makes me worry and wonder, am I getting old? What should I do?"

In response, Kang Seungyoon related to him, saying, "It's definitely not an age issue," and added:

"I'm not even that old, but there are times when I open the fridge and think, 'Why did I open this?'"

Hearing that, Kim Taegyun joked, "It's a relief that I still manage to find my way here every single day for the past 20 years without being late." 

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Hyolyn discharged 12 days after emergency hospitalization: "Recovering well"

According to a report by MyDaily on the 5th, Hyolyn regained her condition after taking sufficient rest and treatment during her hospitalization and was discharged from the hospital that day.

Hyolyn was taken to the hospital on May 27 due to a sudden emergency situation. She underwent a detailed medical examination and was hospitalized based on the recommendation of the medical team. Although she did not undergo surgery, she needed time for stablization and recovery. After spending 12 days in the hospital, she has been discharged and is currently recovering at home.

Due to health reasons, Hyolyn had to cancel her scheduled appearance in Taiwan last month. She had originally been set to perform at the 'Fubon Guardians G! POP Music Festival' in Taipei, but after carefully considering her condition and overall safety, she was unable to attend the event.

Meanwhile, Hyolyn is reportedly preparing for a comeback in the second half of the year.

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ZEROBASEONE Park Gunwook apologizes over fan sign event lottery rigging controversy

On the 5th, Hankyung reported that Park Gunwook personally apologized regarding the controversy that recently occured in a fan signing event.

Park Gunwook, a member of the group ZEROBASEONE, personally addressed and apologized for the recent controversy surrounding allegations of manipulation during a prize drawing at a fan signing event through a fan communication platform on the 5th. 

The issue arose after Park Gunwook was captured in videos announcing a winning number that was different from the actual number he drew during a Polaroid giveaway at a recent fan signing event. 

As the clips quickly spread across online communities and social media platforms, some fans quetioned whether the winner had been intentionally changed to favor a particular attendee. 

Addressing the situation, Park Gunwook stated, "I should have judged and acted more carefully in that moment, but I failed to do so. I take it very seriously the confusion and pain my actions have caused for many people," adding:

"I have always deeply cherished the love that fans give me, I am truly sorry for failing to show an image worthy of that affection. I will not take this matter lightly and will sincerely reflect on my actions."

Park Gunwook also expressed his apologies toward his fellow members and staff on-site, stating, "I would like to once again apologize for causing disappointment to ZEROSE, who supported and trusted us throughout this album's promotions. I would also like to apologize to my fellow ZEROBASEONE members and the staff who have worked hard by our side."

He concluded with another apology, stating: 

"Moving forward, I will act more carefully, sincerely reflect on myself, and become someone who does not bring shame to the trust that ZEROSE sends me."

Meanwhile, ZEROBASEONE was formed through Mnet's survival audition program 'Boys Planet.' They officially made their debut on July 10, 2023, with their first mini-album 'YOUTH IN THE SHADE' and recently made a comeback on May 18 with their 6th mini-album 'Ascend-' 

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Nana's home intruder submits medical report: "I suffered a knife wound of 5cm on my nose"

On the 4th, MHN Sports reported that the 1st Criminal Division of the Namyangju Branch of the Uijeongbu District Court held a hearing for Mr. A, who is charged with robbery resulting in bodily injury. Although the court had concluded arguments on May 19, they opened an additional hearing date ahead of the sentencing.

In his final statement this day, Mr. A maintained the same position he had stated previously, saying, "It is exactly the same as what I said in the last trial," and added:

"I don't know if I'm allowed to submit this, but I have brought a medical report stating that I was struck by a knife and suffered a wound measuring more than 5 cm."

Previously, the prosecution revealed that on the day of his arrest, he had posted questions on online forums, such as, "What happens if an intruder is stabbed by the homeowner with a knife?" and "Possibility of pretrial detention in an attempted armed robbery case." Regarding this, Mr. A argued:

"I already explained this during the police investigation. I posted that simply just because I was curious about what kind of punishment I would face after the incident. I wrote those posts after speaking with the victims."

In the previous hearing, the prosecution requested a 10-year prison sentence for Mr. A, noting the severity of the crime, the lack of remorse, and the failure to reach a settlement with the victims as reasons for the request.

On the other hand, Mr. A's side admits to trespassing with the intention of stealing, but denies the robbery charge. His attorney argued:

"Mr. A broke into Nana's house solely for the purpose of theft, not robbery. There is no objective evidence proving that he was carrying a weapon when he broke in."

*NB: Theft is the act of taking someone else's property without permission with no violence or threat involved (The owner isn't present or doesn't immediately realize their property is gone). Meanwhile robbery is the act of taking property directly from a person against their will, usually done through violence or intimidation.

Mr. A was put on trial on charges of breaking into Nana's house in Acheon-dong, Guri, Gyeonggi-do in November of last year. He threatened Nana and her mother, demanding cash and valuables. Investigations revealed that he had targeted the luxury residential neighborhood while experiencing financial difficulties. 

At the time, Mr. A used a ladder to enter the house through the balcony. He became involved in a physical altercation with Nana while he was threatening Nana's mother. It is reported that Mr. A sustained injuries to his face during this struggle. 

Following the incident, Mr. A filed a criminal complaint against Nana, claiming that she injured him with a weapon and accusing her of attempted murder and aggravated assault. However, the police determined Nana's actions to be self-defense and decided not to forward the case to the prosecution. In response, Nana has counter-sued Mr. A on charges of false accusation.

The sentencing hearing for Mr. A is scheduled to take place on June 9.

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