THIS Former AOA Member Is Back After 'Retiring' From Industry

Former AOA leader Shin Jimin is back after her long hiatus due to the alleged bullying issues she had with another former co-member Kwon Mina. She is back after her long hiatus, and showcases her singing skills on JTBC's "The Second World." Keep on reading for all the details.

Shin Jimin Competes in 'The Second World' + Expresses Gratitude To Fans

Shin Jimin is one of the cast members of JTBC's newest competition show "The Second World," which aired on August 30 at 8:50 KST.

She had been confirmed as one of the competitors. The teaser video of her performance was also revealed with all of the other contestants.

JTBC 'The Second World' Shin Jimin
(Photo : JTBC - Twitter)
Former AOA member Shin Jimin Joins JTBC's "The Second World".

Meanwhile, in an Instagram post, Jimin shared a photo of a flower bouquet with a long caption, expressing her heartfelt gratitude.

"Hello. This is Shin Jimin. I got a chance to show my stage again with JTBC . It's a moment I've been waiting for so long, but thinking about being on stage, I feel so nervous and lacking, so I'm very worried.

But with all my heart, I will do my best to show you and make you hear good music and performances. I will become a singer who works hard. Thank you so much to everyone who helped me get back on stage.

Thank you for the opportunity. I ask for a lot of love and interest in in which I'm participating with great sunbaes and hoobaes. The first broadcast today!"

Check out Shin Jimin's teaser here:

How People Are Reacting To Shin Jimin's Comeback

With Shin Jimin's return, it was expected that she would receive various reactions from viewers and K-pop fans.

Over Instiz, people reacted positively to her Instagram post and her comeback to the Korean music industry. They also defended the former AOA rapper, and claimed that the bullying allegations were not true.

Shin Jimin at JTBC' 'The Second World'
(Photo : Jimin - IG)
Jimin as one of JTBC's "The Second World" contestant.

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Fans also root for her as she suffered so much during her hiatus because of the hate and witch-hunt she got because of the bullying rumors.

Some also welcomed the former AOA member back, commenting that she deserves this second chance.

People made various comments on the matter, such as:

"She's a fighter, every time the world pushed her down she bounce back once again higher. Wish all the best for her, good luck Jimin!"

"If you don't care, just don't give her any attention, you don't even know what happened to the situations; hence, why you don't understand the reactions here. There's a reason why people are reacting like that. You should look it up, even though I bet you won't."

"It's true that Minah is a weird one but Shin Jimin isn't completely clean either?"

"Did people change their minds regarding AOA's scandal?" >"Everyone just concluded that both sides were wrong and ended there" 

"You can't swear at someone for their entire life, you don't have to support her if you don't want to."

Shin Jimin Raps Again on Stage

In the first episode of JTBC's "The Second World," all the contestants revealed themselves to the audience with a rap performance.

The former AOA member performed "VVWD." When she revealed herself, all of the other contestants were surprised. They are also hyped up about her performance and acknowledged Jimin's rap skills.

Shin Jimin will compete against seven other female rapper idols on the show as they showcase their singing talents.

READ MORE HERE: Kwon Mina Mentions Shin Jimin in Latest Post, Admits to Wanting to 'Give Her Pain'

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Written by Jaswin Singh

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