Min-ji (민지)

Min-ji studied at one of Seoul's most prestigious private schools, known for its high academic standards and encouragement of artistic activities. From the very first day, he stood out for his politeness, responsibility, and ease in working as part of a team.

Although she was an excellent student, her favorite subject was always music. She regularly participated in the school choir, cultural performances, and student festivals, earning praise for her delicate voice and stage presence. She also enjoyed literature and the arts, subjects that stimulated her creativity.

During her school years, she was very well-liked by her classmates and teachers. She often helped students who were struggling with their subjects, included shy students in class activities, and resolved conflicts through dialogue. Her kindness led her to build many lasting friendships.

Despite this, the school routine wasn't always easy. As she began training to become an idol, she had to divide her time between exams, assignments, and long hours of rehearsals. Many nights were spent studying after training, requiring a lot of effort and discipline to maintain good performance.

It was also at school that he experienced some of his happiest memories alongside the protagonist. The conversations during recess, the group projects, the walks after school, and the little childhood adventures made that period unforgettable. Even after following the path to fame, Min-ji always considered those years the simplest and happiest phase of his life.

Min-ji was born and raised in a quiet neighborhood in Seoul, surrounded by the love of her parents, older sister, and younger brother. From a young age, she was a curious, polite, and very cheerful child, always charming people with her kindness and ease in making friends.

Much of her childhood was marked by moments spent with the protagonist, her best friend since they were seven years old. The two spent hours playing in parks, riding bikes, drawing, listening to music, and imagining what the future would be like. Min-ji loved organizing little "shows" in the living room, using a hairbrush as a microphone while the protagonist watched and applauded as if she were already a great singer.

Even living in a loving family, she also faced difficult times. The pressure to maintain good grades, meet school expectations, and balance her studies with her growing interest in music sometimes made her doubt herself. Still, she never gave up easily. Her determined and optimistic nature helped her overcome every obstacle.

It was during this phase of her childhood that Min-ji discovered her greatest dream: to bring comfort and happiness to people through music. This dream remained alive within her until the day she managed to join a large entertainment company, beginning the journey that would completely transform her life.

Kim Ji-ho, 15, is the youngest in the family and the one responsible for bringing energy and good humor to the house. Cheerful, playful, and extremely curious, he has always admired his older sister and has never hidden it.

Since he was little, he has collected albums, posters, and merchandise related to Min-ji's career. He often jokes that he is her "number one fan," although he makes a point of treating her like a regular sister when they are at home.

Ji-ho loves video games, basketball, technology, and photography. He often asks his sister for help recording short videos or photographing landscapes during family outings.

Whenever Min-ji returns from an international tour, he's the first to run and hug her, asking how each show went. In return, she usually brings back small gifts from every country she visits, creating a special collection for her brother.

Even though he's younger, Ji-ho notices when Min-ji is tired or worried. In those moments, he makes silly jokes just to see her smile again. For him, it doesn't matter how many millions of people know his sister; she will always be the same girl who used to play with him in the living room and help him with his schoolwork.

The relationship between the two is marked by constant playful banter, affectionate nicknames, and unwavering trust. Ji-ho dreams of one day accompanying Min-ji on a world tour just to see her shine on stage and be able to say, full of pride: "That's my sister."

Kim Hye-jin, 24, is Min-ji's older sister. Intelligent, independent, and extremely protective, she works as a pediatrician at one of Seoul's leading hospitals.

During their childhood, Hye-jin was the one who helped Min-ji with her homework, taught her new subjects, and defended her whenever someone tried to provoke her younger sister. Although they occasionally argued over simple things, the bond between the two was always very strong.

When Min-ji began her artistic career, Hye-jin started to discreetly accompany her. She always attended the releases, sent messages before important shows, and celebrated each of her sister's achievements as if it were a personal victory.

Despite their personality differences — Hye-jin being more rational and Min-ji more emotional — they complement each other perfectly. Whenever Min-ji faces moments of insecurity, she usually calls her sister first.

At family gatherings, Hye-jin loves to playfully tease Min-ji by telling funny childhood stories, leaving the idol completely embarrassed while everyone laughs together.

Lee Seo-young, 47, is a professor of Korean literature and has always been the warmest figure in the family. Possessing a sweet and patient personality, she was the one who sparked Min-ji's love for books, music, and art.

From a young age, Seo-young read bedtime stories to her children and encouraged each of them to express their feelings through writing. She was the one who gave Min-ji her first diary, a habit her daughter maintains to this day.

During the difficult years as a trainee, her mother wrote letters encouraging Min-ji to never lose her essence. Many of these letters are still kept in a special box in the idol's apartment.

Even after seeing her daughter become a global celebrity, Seo-young never treated her any differently. She always reminds Min-ji to rest, eat well, and take care of her own health before thinking about her career.

She loves cooking for the whole family on weekends and believes that no meal is complete without good conversation around the table. She always welcomes her children's friends as if they were also part of the family, making the house a welcoming place for any visitor.

Kim Hyun-soo, 49, is Min-ji's father and a respected civil engineer in Seoul. He has always been known among his colleagues for his intelligence, discipline, and honesty, qualities he has also sought to instill in his children from a young age.

At first glance, he usually seems like a serious and reserved man. He speaks little, rarely displays exaggerated emotions, and prefers to observe before giving his opinion. However, those who know him know that he has a huge heart. His way of showing affection has never been through words, but through actions. He always woke up early to prepare breakfast for the family, insisted on taking the children to school, and never missed an important performance by Min-ji, even when he had to travel for work.

Initially, Hyun-soo was worried when his daughter decided to pursue a career as an idol. Knowing the competitiveness of the entertainment industry, he was afraid of seeing her suffer. Even so, he promised that he would be by her side regardless of the choice she made. During her training years, he drove for hours just to bring his daughter homemade meals and ensure that she wasn't only eating fast food.

To this day, she is the person Min-ji calls whenever she needs advice. Although she continues to speak few words, her advice is usually simple yet profound, reminding her daughter that fame should never be more important than character.

He feels immense pride in everything Min-ji has accomplished, but he often says that his greatest source of pride isn't her success, but rather the fact that she remains the same kind girl he raised.

Min-ji considers her fans a fundamental part of her journey. She believes that every artist exists thanks to the people who follow and support their work, so she tries to show gratitude whenever possible.

During meetings with fans, he makes a point of looking each person in the eye, listening attentively to their stories, and personally thanking them for their support. He always smiles genuinely and tries to make each encounter feel unique.

On social media, she often posts encouraging messages, candid behind-the-scenes photos, short videos of herself singing snippets of songs, and letters written especially for those who follow her career.

In live streams, he chats in a relaxed manner, answers simple questions, comments on his day, and frequently reminds his fans to rest, eat well, and take care of their health.

When she receives gifts, she usually thanks them publicly and says that the greatest gift is the affection of people. She avoids encouraging excessive spending, preferring that her admirers show their support simply by listening to her music and following her work.

For Min-ji, being an idol has never meant just singing and dancing. It means conveying hope, comfort, and happiness to people who may be facing difficult times, just as music did for her during her childhood.

Min-ji's routine is intense and extremely organized. She usually wakes up early to stretch, take care of her skin, and have a light breakfast before starting her day's commitments.

Much of the morning is dedicated to dance rehearsals and vocal preparation. Even after years in the business, she continues to train daily to maintain the quality of her performances.

During the afternoon, she participates in recordings, interviews, photo shoots, meetings with producers, stage rehearsals, or travel for national and international events. During album release periods, her schedule may extend until late at night.

Even with little free time, he makes a point of calling his parents regularly and talking to them whenever possible. He also sets aside a few minutes each day to reply to messages or record short videos for his fans.

Before bed, she carefully removes her makeup, performs her full skincare routine, writes in her journal, and usually listens to calming music or plays the piano for a few minutes to relax before going to sleep.

Although he has achieved international fame, Min-ji believes he still has many dreams.

Her greatest goal is to continue producing music capable of comforting people during difficult times. She wants her songs to be remembered not only for their melody, but for the emotions they evoke.

She also dreams of doing a world tour, visiting every continent, experiencing different cultures, and meeting fans who have followed her career from the beginning.

In the future, she plans to open a foundation dedicated to teaching music to children who lack the financial means to study art. She believes that music can transform lives in the same way it transformed hers.

Another dream is to live a balanced life, where I can continue singing, build a family, take care of my parents in their old age, and live in a quiet house surrounded by trees, flowers, and a small garden.

More than winning new awards, Min-ji wishes to grow old maintaining the same humility and kindness she possessed before fame. For her, true success is continuing to be a good person regardless of how many people know her name.

Behind the perfect idol image, Min-ji hides some secrets that few people know.

She still keeps a small wooden box hidden in her apartment. Inside are childhood photographs, old letters, drawings she made during school, and mementos from the time she spent every day with the protagonist. Whenever she misses that peaceful phase of her life, she opens the box and relives those moments.

Another secret is that many of the romantic songs he wrote were never officially released. Several lyrics were inspired by feelings he developed during adolescence for his childhood best friend, although no one knows this.

Very few people know that she suffers from mild anxiety before big performances. Minutes before going on stage, she usually closes her eyes, breathes deeply, and repeats to herself that everything will be alright.

Despite her immense fame, Min-ji maintains an anonymous online account solely to browse photographs of landscapes, cafes, flowers, and animals. She enjoys this space because she can browse without being recognized.

Her biggest secret, however, has remained guarded for many years: she has never completely forgotten the protagonist. Even after meeting thousands of people around the world, a part of her heart remains tied to the childhood memories they shared.

Min-ji has several small quirks that have been part of his routine since childhood.

She always holds the pendant from a necklace she received from her mother before going on stage. She believes this simple gesture brings her peace and good luck.

When she's deep in thought, she often absentmindedly plays with her own bangs or gently twirls a strand of hair between her fingers.

She makes a habit of thanking everyone after each rehearsal or performance, from the producers to the cleaning staff. She believes that success is never achieved alone.

Before going to sleep, she writes a few lines in her diary. She doesn't always recount important events; sometimes she just records a beautiful phrase, a special memory, or something she feels grateful for that day.

She always carries lip balm and a small instant camera in her bag. She enjoys photographing spontaneous moments with friends, family, and team members, keeping these photos in physical albums.

When she tastes something really delicious, she closes her eyes for a few seconds before smiling discreetly. Her fans know this reaction and often find this habit extremely cute.

Another curious habit is discreetly greeting security guards and staff whenever he arrives at an event, remembering the names of many of them even after years of working together.

Although millions of people see Min-ji as a confident and always smiling idol, she has fears that she rarely shows in public.

Her greatest fear is losing the people she loves. Since she was little, she has believed that no achievement has value if it cannot be shared with those who have been by her side during difficult times. That's why she tries to take every opportunity to visit her family and talk to her closest friends.

Another deep fear is disappointing those who believe in her. She always feels an enormous responsibility towards her fans, her team members, and her family. Before each important performance, she usually gets nervous, not because of stage fright, but because she's afraid of not giving her best.

Min-ji also fears being forgotten. She knows that an artistic career can change quickly and that fame is fleeting. However, her true desire is not to be remembered as a celebrity, but as someone who managed to inspire people through her music and her kindness.

Despite the strong image he projects, he feels a certain fear of loneliness. Often, after big shows in front of thousands of people, he returns to a quiet hotel room. In those moments, he realizes how fame doesn't always fill the void left by the distance from important people.

She also has a childhood fear that few people know about: large insects. Whenever she encounters a cockroach, a wasp, or a very large spider, she completely loses her composure and immediately asks for help, which usually amuses her closest friends quite a bit.

Even with an extremely busy schedule, Min-ji always makes time for activities that help her relax. Her biggest hobby is singing without worrying about performances or recordings, simply for the pleasure of feeling the music.

She enjoys playing the piano on quiet nights, sketching small landscapes in her notebook, capturing special moments with an instant camera, and writing letters that she often never sends.

She also enjoys cooking simple dishes for family and friends, tending to plants in her apartment, building LEGO and doing puzzles, taking occasional watercolor painting classes, and experimenting with new dessert recipes.

On her days off, she usually visits bookstores, cafes, parks, and botanical gardens. She always takes a book or headphones with her to enjoy the moment in peace.

When she's at home, she loves watching nature documentaries, animal videos, cooking reality shows, and old performances by great artists for inspiration. Before bed, she almost always writes a few lines in her diary, recording the day's events and memories she wants to keep for the future.

Min-ji dislikes arrogance, disrespect, dishonesty, or people who pretend to be someone they're not. She avoids unnecessary conflict and prefers to resolve any problem through dialogue.

She can't stand seeing someone being humiliated, bullying others, or treating employees rudely. She also feels sadness when reading malicious comments online, especially those directed at up-and-coming artists.

She dislikes extremely noisy places when she is resting, very strong smells, excessive heat, disorganized environments, and appointments scheduled without planning.

He is afraid of large insects, especially cockroaches and wasps. He also avoids very intense horror movies, dangerous extreme sports, and situations that put other people at risk.

As an idol, she dislikes the lack of privacy that fame can bring, but she tries to deal with it by always demonstrating politeness and professionalism.

Min-ji appreciates the little things in life. Her favorite color is lavender, as it conveys tranquility, gentleness, and peace. She also really likes white, light blue, and pastel shades.

Her favorite food is Bibimbap, followed by Bulgogi, mildly spicy Tteokbokki, Japchae, Kimchi, Samgyeopsal, and Hotteok. For dessert, she loves strawberry Bingsu, cheesecake, macarons, and handmade chocolates. Her favorite drink is iced jasmine tea, although she also enjoys sweet coffees, milkshakes, and hot chocolate on cold days.

She loves flowers, especially cherry blossoms, peonies, lilies, and lavender. Her favorite perfume has soft floral notes mixed with vanilla. Her favorite animal is the cat, especially Scottish Fold cats, but she also loves small dogs and rabbits.

In her free time, she enjoys watching romance novels, romantic comedies, animated films, and Korean dramas. She also likes listening to ballads, R&B, Korean pop, acoustic music, and instrumental piano.

She enjoys photographing landscapes, watching sunsets, taking walks at night when the city is quiet, visiting cozy cafes, reading novels, collecting music albums, assembling jigsaw puzzles, writing in a diary, cooking simple recipes, and traveling to places surrounded by nature.

Her favorite weather is autumn. She loves cool days, light rain, cloudy skies, and the smell of wet earth. She also likes to wear comfortable clothes, scarves, loose sweatshirts, and soft pajamas when she's at home.

Min-ji values ​​people who are polite, sincere, humble, and good-humored. She admires those who treat everyone with respect, regardless of social standing or fame.

Min-ji met the protagonist when they were both just seven years old, on the first day of school at one of Seoul's most prestigious private schools. While many children were already forming small groups, she remained seated alone on a bench in the school garden, nervous about the new environment. The protagonist was one of the first people to talk to her, offering her company during recess. From that moment on, a friendship was born that would completely change both of their childhoods.

For years, they were practically inseparable. They studied in the same class, had lunch together, did schoolwork in pairs, and walked home whenever they could. On weekends, they visited each other's houses, played video games, watched movies, listened to music, and spent hours talking about dreams for the future. While Min-ji dreamed of singing on big stages, the protagonist was always the first person to hear his impromptu performances.

When Min-ji faced difficulties at school due to immense academic pressure, it was the protagonist who encouraged her to persevere. Similarly, whenever he went through tough times, she made sure to stay by his side. They developed such a strong bond of trust that they could talk about anything without fear of being judged.

As the years passed, Min-ji realized that her feelings had changed. Friendship was still the most important thing to her, but her heart would start racing whenever he smiled or complimented her voice. Afraid of destroying the friendship she valued so much, she decided to keep these feelings to herself.

At fifteen, everything changed. After passing a highly competitive audition for a major entertainment company, her routine became extremely intense. Endless hours of training, studying, and evaluations left her with less and less free time. Even trying to stay in touch, messages became less frequent.