Ailee denies pregnancy rumors following recent appearance

Singer Ailee has denied pregnancy rumors that arose after recent photos and videos of her appearing to have a baby bump spread across the internet.

According to a recent report by Media Fine, Ailee's agency A2Z Entertainment stated on the 19th:

"Ailee is not currently pregnant. If there is any happy news in the future, she will share it personally."

Ailee recently performed at a coffee festival held at the Gyeongchun Line Forest Trail. She sang on stage wearing a white long dress paired with denim pants.

However, videos and photos from the event spread across social media and online communities, leading to speculation that she might be pregnant. The rumors were raised based on her looser-fitting outfit compared to her usual style and her gesture of placing her hand near her abdomen throughout the performance.

Furthermore, Ailee had also recently shared that she and her husband were preparing to have a child. However, it has been confirmed now that she is not pregnant.

Following her marriage to Choi Sihoon, Ailee has openly shared her IVF journey. She previously revealed that her first embryo transfer did not result in a pregnancy.

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SECRET's Jeon Hyosung reveals there was a reason for her hiatus: "I was forced to take a break due to company issues"

SECRET's Jeon Hyosung opened up about the reason behind her long hiatus from promotional activities and shared her honest feelings.

On the 18th, Jeon Hyosung as a guest on the Youtube channel 'Grade A Jang Youngran.'

Sports Chosun reported that in the video, Jang Youngran visited Jeon Hyosung's house and asked about how she had been doing. Jeon Hyosung, who had previously been active both as a member of SECRET and as a solo artist, revealed why she unexpectedly took a lengthy break from the entertainment industry. She said:

"There were some issues with the company, so I was forced to take a break. During that time, I often wondered, 'What should I do if I weren't a celebrity?"

 

She explained that the sudden halt in her activities led her to think deeply about her future. However, she chose to use that period of time to pursue new challenges. She shared that she had been exploring various experiences outside of the entertainment industry, saying:

"I spent a lot of time with my family. I also obtained a pet care specialist certification."

Despite everything, Jeon Hyosung claimed that she never gave up on her dream of being a singer. She added:

"Since the year before last, I desperately wented to sing again. So I began preparing to make my return to the stage."

In fact, Jeon Hyosung officially resumed group activities for the first time in 12 years by releasing SECRET's special mini-album 'Secret Flavor' on the 18th, alongside Jung Hana and new member Yebin.

Meanwhile, Jeon Hyosung debuted in 2009 with SECRET and gained popularity through numerous hit songs like 'Magic,' 'Madonna,' and 'Starlight Moonlight.' She later expanded her career as a solo singer, actress, and TV personality.

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ILLIT's Moka halts activities again after shedding tears on stage

ILLIT's Moka has announced another temporary hiatus shortly after her return due to worsening health conditions.

On the 19th, MyDaily reported that ILLIT's agency BELIFT LAB stated through an official notice:

"Moka has been undergoing treatment and recovery due to excessive tension and symptoms of anxiety since the preparation process for the group's 4th mini-album."

The agency added, "It has been determined that she needs a more stable period of rest for a full recovery. Therefore, she will halt all activities for the time being and concentrate entirely to restore her health."

The news is especially heartbreaking as it comes right after Moka's strong determination to continue performing. Previously, on April 20, Moka temporarily halted activities after receiving medical advice that she needed treatment and rest due to sudden health issue. As a result, ILLIT carried out all promotions for their 4th mini-album 'MAMIHLAPINATAPAI' as a four-member group without her.

However, Moka's desire to meet fans was so strong that she resumed activities roughly one month later at the end of May. She briefly participated in full-group promotions, including stages during the final week of the music show appearances. The agency explained:

"Due to Moka's strong will to meet fans, she participated in some of the final week's music shows. However, after careful discussions, we decided once again to prioritize her well-being above anything else and allow her to rest."

As a result of the agency's decision, ILLIT will once again enter an emergency operating mode shortly after their comeback stage activities concluded. BELIFT LAB stated:

"We are deeply sorry to share this news with the fans who have been waiting. Moka also feels a great sense of disappointment. ILLIT will continue activities as a four-member group for the time being."

The agency also added, "We will spare no effort in providing all necessary support for Moka's recovery and stability so that she can regain her health and stand before fans again."

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Jeon Hyosung reveals why SECRET recruited their new maknae: "Yebin's debut plans fell through ... She caught my eyes"

SECRET's Jeon Hyosung has personally revealed the story behind recruiting their new member, Yebin.

On the 18th, Jeon Hyosung, Zinger, and Yebin appeared as guests on the Youtube channel 'Grade A Jang Youngran,' where they talked about SECRET's newly formed lineup.

Ilgan Sports reported that in this video, Yebin introduced herself by saying, "I was born in 2002. I'm 25 years old." Hearing this, host Jang Youngran was surprised. It was revealed that Jeon Hyosung (born in 1989) and Zinger (born in1990) are 13 and 12 years older than Yebin, respectively.

When Jeon Hyosung mentioned, "We have a 13-year age gap," Jang Youngran jokingly replied, "Good job. You need younger members so the group's average age goes down." Regarding how she joined SECRET, Yebin stated:

"I previously participated on a JTBC vocal survival show. The team I was preparing to debut with fell apart, but Hyosung Unnie looked upon me favorably."

In response, Jeon Hyosung shared the reason why she personally recommended Yebin, saying:

"I also experienced having my debut plans fell through before I debuted with SECRET."

She added, "I wondered if there might be someone with a story that's similar to mine. That's when I watched 'Girls on Fire.'" She continued:

"After hearing that the group's debut plans had fallen through, I looked into the contestants, and Yebin caught my eye. I strongly recommended her to our talent development team. I told them, 'I think this girl is talented.'"

Meanwhile, SECRET has been reorganized into a three-member group consisting of Jeon Hyosung, Zinger, and Yebin. They announced their fresh start by releasing a special mini-album, 'SECRET FLAVOR,' on the 18th.

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Dok2: "I've been a huge fan of Lee Hi since her debut" ... The fruit of a long-time crush

On the 18th, rapper Dok2 opened up about his longtime admiration for his girlfriend Lee Hi and the journey of how their relationship developed over the years in the episode of 'Home Room Show' released on Youtube.

TV Daily reported that in this episode, Dok2 recalled:

"We first met around 2014 or 2015 through mutual acquaintances. We've known each other for quite a long time. We grew closer while working on music together and almost ended up dating back then. At the time, I wasn't in good health, but I didn't tell Lee Hi about it."

Dok2 explained that he later moved to Los Angeles and due to COVID-19 pandemic, the two naturally drifted apart. He also revealed that around 2017 or 2018, when Lee Hi was signed to YG Entertainment, he had attempted to recruit her to his own label, but the plan fell trhough because of his health issue.

In particular, Dok2 drew attention by confessing that he had been a fan of Lee Hi's music for a long time. He shared:

"I've been a huge fan of Lee Hi since she debuted. I used to go around asking people, 'Do you know Lee Hi?' I've always wanted to make music with her someday. That's how our connection kept going."

As time passed, the two grew close again after meeting through a performance in London. Dok2 recalled, "We started getting back in touch after the concert, and things just flowed naturally." He also spoke about the challenges they faced due to their different circumstances, saying:

"I'm 36 and she's 29. I was living in LA, while she was in Korea. We had to make some important decisions. During that process, I came up with the idea that we should work on music together."

Currently, the couple co-founded 808 HI RECORDINGS and are active as musical partners. In March, they publicly showcased their affection for one another by releasing their collaboration single, 'You & Me.'

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