Kwon Mina, formerly a member of the South Korean girl group AOA, is stoking controversy once more.
Not through new allegations or revelations, but through a surprising comeback via YouTube, dubbed "Fury of Mina."
The Big Reveal: Fury of Mina
On the 26th, Mina took to social media to announce her return.
"I've launched a YouTube channel under the name 'Fury of Mina,'" she wrote, attaching a snapshot of the channel.
The announcement seemed designed to satiate the curiosity of many, who had been wondering what her next step might be.
A New Mode of Communication
Kwon Mina shared that her channel's inaugural content will be interactive.
"I'm planning to start with a Q&A in an attempt to communicate directly with you," she revealed.
She encouraged followers to leave their questions, promising that the responses would be carefully curated by her new team and delivered through her YouTube channel.
"I anticipate the first video will be uploaded sometime in June," Mina further added, leaving her fans in suspense.
Mina: The Intricate Tapestry of Fame and Struggle
Kwon Mina was born in Busan, South Korea on September 21, 1993. From her early days, she showed signs of a promising career in entertainment, earning recognition as a popular "ulzzang," a term used to describe good-looking individuals.
Relocating to Seoul, she began her entertainment journey in earnest when she passed an audition for FNC Entertainment in 2009.
Her family, including her mother and older sister, supported her pursuits wholeheartedly, a testament to their faith in her talent.
Making her debut in 2012, Mina held multiple roles within AOA — lead rapper, vocalist, and bassist — while also contributing to the sub-unit AOA Black.
Besides her music career, she showcased her talent as an actress in various drama series and earned accolades, including the Hallyu Star Award at the 10th Korea Drama Awards for her role in "Hospital Ship."
Her journey was not without personal hardship. The loss of her father in 2014 was a particularly painful episode, prompting a pause in her activities.
Controversy marred her image in 2020 when she revealed that she had been a victim of bullying by a fellow member during her time in AOA, which resulted in her developing depression.
Despite these hurdles, Mina remained resilient, maintaining her presence in the industry until a mutual agreement to part ways with her then agency, Woori Actors, in 2021.
Since her departure from AOA, Kwon Mina's activities have been sparse.
Her YouTube venture has reignited interest, with many eagerly watching to see if this could be her opportunity to rebound.
Will "Fury of Mina" prove to be a platform for vindication or add another layer to her controversial history? Only time, and views, will tell.
