Choi Yena, who is from IZ*ONE, achieves a special collaboration with Hatsune Miku. Today (15th), according to her agency YUEHUA Entertainment, Hatsune Miku will participate as a featured artist in Choi Yena's new song. Hatsune Miku is a virtual singer software and character developed by Crypton Future Media. The 'Hatsune Miku phenomenon' has built a culture and genre called 'Vocaloid', bringing transformation to the 21st-century music scene. Currently, she is active in various fields such as product development and performances as a virtual singer, gaining worldwide popularity. With her unique sparkling charm and vibrant mood, Choi Yena has created a genre called 'Yena Core' and is positioned as a Gen Z icon. She has announced the release of a fresh song that connects reality and virtuality in collaboration with Hatsune Miku. Beyond the framework of K-POP idols, she is loved for her cute looks and cheerful energy, and music fans are already gathering expectations for the meeting of the globally popular virtual singer. Recently, Choi Yena has been active with the title track 'I Hate the Word Kindest' from her 4th mini-album 'Blooming Wings'. She has also been selected as a model for liquor advertisements and street casual brands, proving her presence in various fields. On the 15th and 17th, she will hold '2025 THE YENA SHOW <I am STAR!>' in Tokyo and Osaka to meet with fans.
Lee Chaeyeon, former member of IZ*ONE, has parted ways with WM Entertainment after lengthy discussions regarding her contract. The agency will continue to support her ongoing schedules. Chaeyeon debuted in 2018 and has since pursued a solo career, recently making her acting debut in a web drama. WM Entertainment expressed gratitude for her contributions and encouraged fans to continue supporting her future endeavors.
The MBC Virtual Live Festival with Coupang Play will be hosted by Kang Seung-yoon, Mimi, Jungwoo, and Jani on October 18-19. The festival will feature performances from various artists, including &TEAM, NMIXX, and IZ*ONE's Choi Yena. Tickets go on sale on October 11 via the Coupang Play app.
On the afternoon of the 6th, Kwon Eunbi, a former member of IZ*ONE, departed from Incheon International Airport to Indonesia for WATERBOMB BALI 2025, which will take place on September 6 and 7 in Bali. Notably, Kwon Eunbi and MONSTA X's I.M were absent from the recent WATERBOMB Busan event.
On the afternoon of the 4th, the 2026 S/S Seoul Fashion Week kicked off at Dongdaemun Design Plaza, featuring a photo wall event with stars including WINNER's Kang Seung Yoon, former IZ*ONE member Lee Chae Yeon, and others. They also attended the press conference for the short drama 'Love's Coding Rules.'
Actors Hong Kyung, No Yoon Seo, and Kim Min Ju, who is from IZ*ONE, returned to Korea via Gimpo International Airport after the Japan premiere of the movie 'Listen to Your Voice.' Kim Min Ju expressed her feelings about returning to Japan since IZ*ONE's activities, thanking fans for their support.
On the morning of the 30th, Yena, a former member of IZ*ONE, departed for China via Incheon International Airport for an overseas schedule. She expressed her excitement about collaborating with Japanese manga artist Arina Tanemura, feeling it held great significance. Additionally, BLACKPINK's Lisa shared a commemorative photo with Kentaro Sakaguchi and Jung Hae-in, delighting fans with their friendship.
The film 'Hear Me' premiered in Japan, featuring stars Hong Kyung, No Yoon Seo, and Kim Min Ju. They discussed their experiences learning sign language and their characters, while interacting warmly with fans. The film will be released nationwide on September 26, 2024, and follows a young man who falls for a girl in a swimming group for the hearing impaired.
The Japan premiere of 'Hear Me: Our Summer' took place with stars Hong Kyung, No Yoon Seo, and Kim Min Ju expressing gratitude to fans. They shared their experiences and excitement about the film, which explores themes of first love and communication through sign language. The film releases nationwide on September 26.
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