Visual changes in idols always attract attention, especially when a star undergoes a dramatic transformation like aespa’s Karina famously going blond.

However, sometimes these visual changes spark confusion and concern among fans, as recently seen with a third-generation idol.

In 2012, Pledis Entertainment debuted the five-member boy group NU’EST. The group remained active for many years, briefly promoting as NU’EST W while member Minhyun was part of Wanna One.

Unfortunately, following Pledis’s acquisition by HYBE, NU’EST disbanded, and each member pursued solo activities.

Ren made his solo debut with “Ren’dezvous” in June 2023, sporting a more muscular image than his previous concepts. Despite the change, he remained as handsome as ever, earning praise for his visuals.

Recently, Ren has been appearing in musicals, but some fans were puzzled by a series of photos. In one picture, he wears a blazer, showing noticeable differences in appearance.

His face appears slightly swollen, making it challenging to recognize him at first glance.

Other photos reveal subtle changes in his eyes.

Fans expressed concern and shock, with some admitting they didn’t recognize him initially.

Regardless of the transformation, Ren has always had good looks, and he remains handsome now.

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Actors Kang Eun Bi and Byeon Jun Pil are the newest couple to join TV CHOSUN's reality documentary show “Lovers of Joseon.” In the episode airing on May 5 at 10 p.m. KST, viewers will see their real-life wedding and the honest emotions behind it.

Kang Eun Bi, who hasn't been active in the entertainment industry for a while, makes her first appearance and says, “It’s been such a long time since I greeted everyone.” She then introduces her husband, Byeon Jun Pil, revealing that they’ve been in a relationship for 17 years.

Byeon Jun Pil, who was once known for his looks online, shares, “It’s my first time at a broadcasting station. I’m really nervous.” The couple gives off a sweet and heartwarming vibe, showing their deep connection.

However, Kang Eun Bi gets honest and emotional about the difficult moments leading up to the wedding. She confesses, “To be honest, I hadn’t stayed in touch with people in the entertainment world. I even got rid of my phone and lost all my contacts.” Because of this, she couldn’t even personally tell her friends that she was getting married—even after the news broke.

Their actual wedding day footage will be aired in the episode. In the video, heavy rain pours down outside the window, and Byeon Jun Pil looks worried. Comedian Kim Ji Min, watching the footage, comments, “When it rains, guests might have a hard time getting here.”

As the clock ticks down—only 20 minutes left until the ceremony—no guests had arrived yet. The couple becomes visibly anxious. Kang Eun Bi stares at her phone and asks, “Do people usually arrive this late?” She then adds with tears in her voice, “I can’t relax. I feel so anxious. I thought, ‘Did I live my life the wrong way?’ ‘Did I do something bad in life?’” sharing her deep and raw feelings.

The touching and emotional wedding of Kang Eun Bi and Byeon Jun Pil will be revealed in full during the next episode of Lovers of Joseon.

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