One good news was delivered to actress Ku Hye Sun.

The agency IOK Company announced on the 25th that the short film "Dark Yellow" directed by Ku Hye Sun was honored with the award.

"Dark Yellow" won the Asian Competition Audience Award at the 24th Short Shorts Film Festival held from the 7th to the 20th.

The 2022 Short Shorts Film Festival is the largest short film festival in Asia that introduces Asian short films. Held every year in Japan, it is a prestigious film festival accredited by the American Academy Awards.

Ku Hye Sun said, "I didn't think we'd win the award, but I thought it was a big deal, so I said hello on SNS. Since then, I've been confused for a long time after getting a call that made me suspicious. After a long time, my heart was beating fast.”.

She said, "I would like to thank the staff and actors who worked with me, and I would like to thank the film festival judges and fans as well. I will come back as an actor again. Thank you”.

Ku Hye Sun, who recently celebrated her 20th anniversary since her debut, is active in various fields such as actress, film director, and composer.

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Former AOA member Kwon Mina has shared a deeply emotional and heartbreaking update with her fans.

On January 20, Kwon Mina took to Instagram to reveal some difficult news. "I have some upsetting and heartbreaking news to share", she wrote, explaining that her dog, Mochi, had been diagnosed with malignant cancer.

She shared that a lump had been growing on her dog’s leg for years, and despite undergoing several surgeries, it kept coming back. Sadly, the latest diagnosis confirmed it was cancerous.

Kwon Mina’s post continued, "The pain is expected to get worse, and the doctor told me to prepare myself to say goodbye to Mochi, as she will suffer a lot."

She added, "Today, I can’t stop crying, and my heart feels like it’s breaking. I’m looking into options like anesthesia, euthanasia, and funeral arrangements so that she can pass without pain."

She reached out to her followers for advice, asking, "If anyone knows a better solution, please let me know."

Kwon Mina debuted in 2012 as a member of the popular girl group AOA. The group achieved great success with hits like "Heart Attack," "Bingle Bangle," "Like a Cat," and "Miniskirt".

However, in 2020, Kwon Mina opened up about being bullied by her AOA members, leading to the group’s eventual disbandment.

In a more positive update, Kwon Mina also announced on January 15 that she has started a new chapter in her career.

She will be working as a consultant at a dermatology clinic near Sicheong Station, which is set to open in March, signaling her fresh start after a difficult year.

Fans have rallied around Kwon Mina with messages of support as she navigates this emotional time.

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