THIS Popular Female Idol Becomes Barista After Group's Disbandment
Following her group's disbandment, this female idol obtained her license to become a barista and is working near a university since then.
Minyoung Becomes Barista, Opens Own Café After Brave Girls Disbandment
On March 4, Korean media outlets reported on the recent status of Minyoung, the leader of the former girl group Brave Girls.
THIS Popular Female Idol Becomes Barista After Group's Disbandment
According to news, the female idol became a barista & café owner after the quartet parted ways with the team and Brave Entertainment in February.
In particular, this fact became known after the singer's photos and videos inside her café were shared on online communities.
Former Brave Girls Minyoung was said to have trained to obtain her barista license and later on franchised C.razer Coffee. Minyoung's newly opened branch is located near Kyung Hee University.
A YouTube channel run by a fan also posted a video introducing the inside under the title of "Minyoung Cafe."
Inside the coffee shop, photos of her and gifts received from fans during her active days as Brave Girls are placed everywhere.
The café's interior includes photo frames, life-size standees, and figures presented by fans.
THIS Popular Female Idol Becomes Barista After Group's Disbandment
In addition, photos, videos, and reviews of fans who visited Minyoung's café were posted on various social media platforms. In one clip, the "We Ride" singer can be seen making coffee herself and taking orders from fans, especially FEARLESS (fandom).
She greeted fans with a bright expression and even took her time to communicate with them while receiving payments for the drinks.
When Minyoung was asked for a menu recommendation from a fan, she asked for an easy-to-make menu, saying "Everything is delicious," and recommended an iced Americano which she directly made.
THIS Popular Female Idol Becomes Barista After Group's Disbandment
Barista Minyoung making an iced Americano pic.twitter.com/hO16BRL5Cu
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Starting the opening of the café, Minyoung welcomed an overwhelming influx of fans making orders. Despite that, she remained grateful and didn't show any hint of tiredness. She also showed her love to fans through fan service such as giving them her autographs.
Aside from Korean fans, global supporters are also hoping for Minyoung's café success!
Brave Girls Disbanded After 'Goodbye Release'
Meanwhile, Brave Girls, Minyoung's group disbanded earlier in February seven years after their debut.
Although they were originally launched in 2011, the team reorganized with the latest members Minyoung, Yujeong, Eunji and Yuna in 2016. It wasn't until 2021 that they rose to popularity after their song, "Rollin" climbed back to the charts.
However, their succeeding songs didn't make as much of an impact as their hit, making the agency decide to wrap up its activities by announcing the end of the exclusive contract with Brave Girls and with their last release, "Goodbye."
Although the report says that the group officially disbanded, Minyoung clarified that the members are still willing to continue as a quartet in the near future, hinting at possible music release outside Brave Entertainment.
"I can't help but feel regret that I can't be with the members anymore as a whole, but I decided to respect each other's opinions, and the four of us will always be together. I confirmed that this is the same, so I promise to meet the fans again, and I, Minyoung, will work hard to show more of my new side, so please keep an eye on my future steps and support me."
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Written by Eunice Dawson.
