Kim Soohyun’s first set of photoshoots for Filipino brand Bench were released.
Reactions from overseas fans also poured in quickly. One fan offered words of encouragement, saying, “I am truly happy that you successfully overcame such a difficult ordeal. I hope you continue your journey as an actor, emerging even stronger,” and added, “Please stay healthy and happy, and continue to shine as an actor for a long time to come.”
Other fans also left messages such as “The nightmare is over,” “Welcome back,” and “Thank you for staying strong.” Fans who had long awaited news of him expressed their delight at the newly released photoshoot and his return to social media activity. [
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Singer Sunmi flaunted her unrivaled visuals by sharing behind-the-scenes photos from the music video shoot for her new digital single, “Forever July,” which was released on the 15th.
In the released photos, Sunmi captivated viewers with a stylish look that blended glamour with a vintage mood. She maximized her feminine charm by pairing a shimmering champagne-gold sequin corset top, featuring classic lace-up details, with casual denim pants distinguished by natural vertical washing and distressed accents, perfectly demonstrating a sophisticated mix-and-match style. [
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On the 16th, Uhm Jung-hwa, 57, posted a mirror selfie taken at the gym on her social media. In the photo, she is seen sporting an all-black look, pairing a black sports bra with shorts. She added a stylish touch by wearing a bandana featuring an exotic pattern.
In particular, Uhm Jung-hwa drew admiration by lifting one arm to show off her muscular forearm and revealing a flawless six-pack without a trace of excess fat.
Netizens reacted with admiration saying “For a woman in her mid-fifties to build abs like that, exercise and strict dieting must have been part of her daily routine… It’s truly impressive and amazing!,” “She’s honestly cool,” and “You have to acknowledge her effort.” [
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On the afternoon of the 16th, Karina of aespa was spotted departing for Tokyo, Japan, via Incheon International Airport’s Terminal 2 to attend an overseas schedule.
Netizens reacted with mixed responses, saying “Those are airport photos, so why the editing;;;,” “I thought this was a painting,” and “They made her wear heels that were worn 10 years ago ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ.” [
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Recently, photos of BlackPink Rose started spreading online with her in darker hair colors.
Fans who saw the photos left comments such as, “She looks stunning with black hair,” “I miss her black hair,” “Black hair seems to suit her better than blonde,” “She looks chic and elegant,” “She has a much softer vibe now,” “Her black hair is truly beautiful,” and “At this point, it’s her face, not the hair color, that’s legendary.” [
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