3rd Generation Girl Group Surprising Career Move From Idol to Hostess Shakes K-pop Fans
In a surprising turn of events, Haru, formerly a member of the popular K-Pop girl group NATURE, has announced a significant career change.
The former idol recently appeared in a video introducing herself as a hostess at the Royal Club Sendai in Japan, marking a stark departure from her previous entertainment career.
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Acknowledging the Past
In the video, Haru openly acknowledged her past as a K-Pop idol, stating, "I am a former K-Pop idol."
NATURE’s Haru introduced herself as a ‘former K-pop idol’ in a new video
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She also become a hostess at Royal Club in Japan https://t.co/WGuImTTN0q
Clips from her time as a member of NATURE, including fan meetings and music shows, were inserted into the video, emphasizing the transition she has made.
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A hostess, as explained in the video, is a club where female staff engage in non-sexual companionship with patrons, primarily through drinking and conversation.
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The footage depicted Haru dancing and engaging with alcohol, showcasing her new role at the club.
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Concerns from Fans
Haru's decision to pursue a career as a hostess has sparked concern among fans, who worry about the demands of the job, particularly the consumption of alcohol.
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Many expressed their distress over the news, noting that Haru's career change effectively confirmed the disbandment of NATURE.
"NATURE's disbandment was quite a way to learn about it," remarked one fan, highlighting the disappointment in how the news was revealed.
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Others lamented the lack of communication from the group's agency, expressing a desire for better transparency regarding the group's future.
End of an Era
NATURE, which debuted in 2018 under n.CH Entertainment, consisted of eight other members: Lu, Sohee, Aurora, Saebom, Chaebin, Loha, Uchae, and Sunshine.
The group's last comeback was with their third mini album, "NATURE World: Code W," released on November 6, 2022.
Prior to Haru's announcement, signs of NATURE's disbandment had already emerged, including the discontinuation of their Bubble service, absence of mentions of the group on social media, and Haru's return to Japan.
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With Haru's career change now confirmed, fans have come to terms with the reality that NATURE will not be making a return to the music industry, marking the end of an era for the beloved K-Pop group.
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Written by Cassidy Jones
