K-Pop Star Hwasa Reveals Her Admiration for Actor Park Jung-min

K-pop sensation Hwasa has openly expressed her admiration for actor Park Jung-min.

On October 16, the YouTube channel '뜬뜬' released a video titled '251016 mini핑계고: Yoo Jae-suk, Jo Se-ho, Jang Woo-young, Hwasa @뜬뜬편집실 (OneCam).' In the video, Hwasa shared her thoughts on the release of her new single 'Good Goodbye' and provided behind-the-scenes insights into the music video.

Discussing her new track, Hwasa explained, "It means a good goodbye. When I was younger, such emotions felt difficult, but I've learned that if you truly love someone, you can support them. That's why I titled it 'Good Goodbye.' This time, it's a pop ballad with no performance. I wanted to focus solely on my emotions and feelings."

The music video features actor Park Jung-min. Hwasa revealed, "I wanted to create something cinematic, so I wrote a letter to Jung-min. I've been a fan since his movie 'Bleak Night,' and he graciously accepted. We had never met before." When Jang Woo-young asked if they appeared together, Hwasa smiled and said, "Yes, he helped make my dream come true."

Hwasa appeared with a short bob haircut, explaining, "I cut it for the first time in years. I wanted to go for a pixie cut, but my hairstylist strongly advised against it."

Reflecting on her career, Hwasa shared, "It's been 11 years since my debut. I never thought variety shows were in my destiny, but my appearance eating gopchang on 'I Live Alone' became a hit. People praised me, which was overwhelming, so I called myself a bubble."

She continued, "These days, I run and exercise. I used to feel down, but now I'm trying to see things differently. I've realized that kindness requires stamina. Exercising allows me to use my energy to the fullest. I think I'm addicted to working out now."

By Min-kyung Lee, TenAsia Reporter 2min_ror@tenasia.co.kr