Former AOA Jimin To Release 1st EP 'BOXES' — But People Have Mixed Reactions
Former AOA member Shin Jimin is set to release her first album, "BOXES." However, her returning to K-pop drew mixed reactions from netizens.
Here's what people are saying about Jimin's return.
Former AOA Jimin's Comeback Receives Mixed Reactions Online
On February 8, former AOA Jimin's agency ALOMALO Entertainment posted a teaser image for her newest release, "BOXES." This also marks as Jimin's first EP album.
[📢] 신지민(SHINJIMIN) - The 1st EP ALBUM 'BOXES'
2023.02.22 WED 12PM (KST)#신지민 #SHINJIMIN #BOXES #ALOMALO pic.twitter.com/EQDsTTUMSP— 알로말로엔터테인먼트 (@alomalo_ent) February 8, 2023
In the teaser poster, Jimin is shown wearing a cozy outfit, flaunting her alluring visuals. Netizens also noticed the warm background of the photo, which suits Jimin's concept.
The poster also disclosed comeback details, revealing that Jimin's "BOXES" will be released on February 22. On a previous announcement, her agency ALOMALO Entertainment announced that the artist was prepping for a comeback.
Fans were excited to see the idol return, after laying low for some time. Aside from her surprising teaser, it's also given that fans will be curious on what type of song will Jimin release, as well as other promotion-related content.
See their comments below:
"Finally, we got some news of the album!"
"Shin Jimin eonni Fighting!"
"In the end, our Jimin will make a solo debut. Dreams do come true."
"Omg Jimin diva makes a comeback!"
"OUR JIMIN DIVA IS BACK."
"Wow finally. I'm so happy."
Mother we waited forever! pic.twitter.com/SgUKrmczA3
— AOA Unnie -Park Bom News! Kindness Era (Sorta) (@InfamousUnnie) February 8, 2023
However, not all were happy with Jimin returning. In her first Instagram post for 2023, some netizens still called out Jimin for her past bullying controversy with former AOA member Mina.
While the issue has somehow subsided, there are netizens who decided not to move on. Some of these internet users expressed disdain to Jimin and those who were still supporting her. Others even commented vomiting emojis to the idol's post.
"They crucified a child for youthful mistakes (Garam from LE SSERAFIM), but are trying to revive the fame of a woman who almost led to the death of a victim. Selective society, this is so f**king disturbing."
Seeing these comments, fans jumped to Jimin's defense. They stated that netizens do research and see the whole picture first, before commenting hate.
"There's is a reason for that, if you do some research, you will find the other half of the story. There were apparently a lot of things that we didn't know, and Jimin didn't do half of the stuff that she was claimed for."
Ex-AOA Jimin Uploads New Music Dedicated To Fans For Her Birthday
On January 8 at midnight KST, former AOA Jimin treated fans with a surprise. The idol posted a new song on Instagram, which was dedicated to her fans. Its caption wrote, "surprise gift for my dearest," warming the hearts of many.
In her song "Suddenly," the lyrics implied the struggles and backlash she went through during her 2020 bullying controversy.
On July 2020, Jimin departed from the group due to being embroiled in the issue with former bandmate Mina. In Mina's claims, she stated that Jimin had bullied her for 10 years.
The former AOA leader went on to apologize to Mina, as well as post a public apology in Instagram. Since then, Jimin took time away from the spotlight and kept a low profile.
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