In a jaw-dropping revelation, IVE’s Wonyoung has sent K-pop fans into a frenzy with her recent transformation for the group’s upcoming pre-release track, “Either Way.” The idol, known for her signature thick and luscious black hair throughout her career, surprised everyone with her newly-bleached blond locks in concept photos released on Sunday, September 24.
For the first time in her career, Wonyoung decided to embrace a striking new look, and the response from fans has been nothing short of explosive. Social media platforms erupted with excitement as fans discussed her stunning transformation and how the new hair color perfectly suits her.
IVE, the six-member K-pop sensation, has recently announced their eagerly awaited EP, “I’VE MINE,” The 1st EP, scheduled for release on October 13, 2023. The album boasts six tracks, including “Baddie,” “Either Way,” “Off The Record,” “Payback,” “OTT,” and “Holy Moly,” with not one, but three songs set to be title tracks.
While “Baddie” and “Off The Record” will be unveiled along with the album, “Either Way” will precede the release as a pre-release single on September 25, 2023, to kickstart the promotional activities. STARSHIP Entertainment, IVE’s agency, has been building anticipation by releasing concept photos and teasers featuring each group member.
While fans were already captivated by the members’ unparalleled visuals, Wonyoung’s concept photos and teaser took the excitement to a whole new level. Her dramatic shift in hair color left fans in awe, especially because blond had been a highly anticipated look for the idol. Fans celebrated this change enthusiastically, leading to the trending Twitter hashtag, ‘BLOND WONYOUNG.’
As fans rejoice and share their excitement over Wonyoung’s new look, they are also eagerly anticipating the release of IVE’s EP, “I’VE MINE.” Known for producing addictive tracks, the group has garnered a promising reputation, and fans have high expectations for their upcoming album. With Wonyoung’s bold transformation and the group’s musical prowess, “I’VE MINE” is poised to make a significant impact on the K-pop scene when it drops on October 13.