AOA Jimin Apologized, but Mina Says, "I Won't Forget That Look When You Came In"

Kwon Mina, former member of AOA. Photo by Yonhap News

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Jeong-ho] Girl group AOA's Jimin apologized for the conflict with former member Kwon Mina. However, Kwon Mina pointed out Jimin's behavior during the apology process, signaling another conflict. The post has since been deleted.

On the 4th, Jimin wrote on her Instagram, "I cannot express everything in a short post, but I am sorry and apologize. It was all my fault for being inadequate and making mistakes as the team leader."

She continued, "I feel regret and guilt, and during the time we spent together, I realize I did not understand Mina well and failed to pay close attention. Yesterday, I cried, begged, and cried again, but I understand that the feelings Mina has built up towards me over time cannot be easily resolved, and I am truly sorry. When I was young, in my early twenties, I thought our team should only show a good image to the staff and outsiders, but that mindset alone was insufficient for me to be a humanly capable leader."

Furthermore, she added, "I apologize for causing controversy. I apologize for writing this incoherently. And above all, I sincerely apologize to our members who worked hard for both of us."

In response, Kwon Mina expressed anger on her SNS the same day, saying, "You said you begged? You said you begged? Before you leave, I have something to say. Yesterday, you said I was trying to take the right path. Did someone like that bring a man to the dorm and have s*x? You should be the one to take the right path first."

She further targeted Jimin, saying, "At least you shouldn't have lied. I know you don't want to apologize until the end and that you dislike me. But what? I will never forget that look in your eyes when you came in. I will return it to you in the same way after I die."

AOA Jimin. Photo by Jimin Instagram

Kwon Mina's post has now been deleted. Earlier on the 3rd, Kwon Mina revealed that she had been bullied by Jimin for 10 years during her time in AOA and had attempted an extreme act. Afterwards, AOA members, including Jimin, visited Kwon Mina's home to talk, and Jimin reportedly expressed her apology.

Kwon Mina's agency, Woori Actors, stated, "Currently, actress Kwon Mina is finding stability and taking rest. Thanks to the support and affection from many people, she has been able to endure this difficult time," adding, "For the time being, the company and actress Kwon Mina will undergo psychological treatment together and do their best to help her return in a healthy state."

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