K-pop artist Kwon Eun Bi has made headlines once again, but this time for a deeply personal reason.
In a recent episode of entertainer Jung Hyung Don's YouTube show, the singer shared the heartfelt story behind her decision to cover the entire expense of her older brother's wedding ceremony.
Rising Fame and Personal Struggles
During the candid interview, Jung Hyung Don reminisced about Kwon Eun Bi's rise to fame, particularly after her memorable performance in a bikini top at the 'WATER BOMB SEOUL 2023' festival.
Reflecting on her journey, Kwon Eun Bi remarked, "Everything has changed completely. I gained so much popularity after that. I guess you never know what lies ahead."
However, amidst her skyrocketing career, Kwon Eun Bi confessed to feeling the pressure of recent attention focused on her appearance.
"I felt the need to shift the spotlight onto my performance rather than my appearance or body. And the thought has been weighing on me quite heavily," she shared.
Financial Independence Amidst Trainee Days
In a surprising revelation, Kwon Eun Bi disclosed her struggle for financial independence during her trainee days.
She admitted to working part-time at an internet café on weekends to support herself.
"I was 24 years old at that time and I was dependent on my parents for financial support until then. I felt awful about getting my parents' financial support until that age," the singer candidly remarked.
Family Support and Success
Despite the challenges, Kwon Eun Bi found solace in her family's unwavering support.
She expressed gratitude for her parents' evolving perspective on her career, noting,
"They are thrilled. They were strongly against me pursuing this career in the past, but now they couldn't be happier."
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Brotherly Love and Reciprocity
The most touching revelation came when Kwon Eun Bi spoke about her older brother, who had been her pillar of support throughoutp her life. Recounting his sacrifices, she explained,
"He supported me a lot during my high school days and also during my trainee days."
She revealed a poignant moment from her past, where her brother, despite being just a high school student, worked part-time to help fund her dreams.
Moved by his selflessness, Kwon Eun Bi made a vow to support her brother in return.
"It was so touching. I thought to myself, 'I'll achieve success and support my brother in pursuing whatever he wants to do, I owe him everything'" she said with heartfelt sincerity.
In covering her brother's wedding expenses, Kwon Eun Bi not only fulfilled a financial obligation but also honored a promise born out of love and gratitude.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.