RESCENE's Minami discusses childhood mockery and dieting struggles

Minami, a member of the K-pop group RESCENE, has shared personal stories regarding her journey to stardom and the mental health challenges faced within the idol industry.

During an appearance on MBC’s Radio Star, Minami recounted being mocked by classmates in elementary school for her dream of becoming a K-pop idol. She noted that she eventually fulfilled this ambition by performing at the high school graduation ceremony of those same classmates.

Additionally, Minami spoke candidly about the emotional and physical toll of extreme dieting. She described experiencing anxiety and PTSD-level pressure while losing 18 kg prior to her debut. Expressing concern for her fans, she emphasized that inner character is more important than outward appearance and warned against the dangers of harsh dieting and appearance-based bullying.