BoA Radiates Happiness After Leaving SM Entertainment, Fans Note Her 'Rebirth'

K-pop icon BoA (Kwon Bo-ah) shared that the past few years were incredibly difficult due to personal matters, leading to a breakdown. While she didn't explicitly detail them, it's understood these included family and health issues. After leaving SM Entertainment, the agency where she spent over two decades, she initially anticipated an aimless wait. However, she has been diligently working on rehabilitation, likening herself to an ox, and has even established her own company. She plans to continue touring until next year, though she clarified it won't be a dance tour.

Her appearance now reflects a profound sense of relaxation and freedom. She smiles constantly at every event. Her eyes sparkle when open, and she even smiles with her eyes closed. Addressing malicious comments, she admitted to previously believing that 100% of the world disliked her. However, after seeing so many negative remarks, she now finds every word of encouragement incredibly precious, and positive comments stand out more. She described the feeling as a rebirth.

BoA also mentioned that after seeing a viral video of her performance of "Amazing Kiss" filled with fighting spirit, she felt compelled to regain her focus and the sparkle in her eyes, which she believes she has now achieved. Regarding her health, she is still undergoing rehabilitation after surgery and can now climb stairs. She recently resumed strength training and has gained weight, realizing that health and muscle are paramount after experiencing their loss.

She also has a song that is currently "sealed" because she cannot dance yet. She plans to save it for a proper concert once her rehabilitation is complete. This update on BoA's recent activities shows her looking healthy and significantly brighter. (Source: A fan cafe; wishing her happiness.)

Korean Netizen Comments

1. She looks like she's in her 20s, and her styling is so tasteful. She just seems so happy.
2. She genuinely looks so joyful. Reading this has brightened my mood too.
3. I don't know how to describe it; BoA has always been beautiful, but these photos particularly capture her old vibe, looking so vibrant.

4. BoA's hairstyles always make me want to get the same cut ㅠㅠ
5. Her eyes are truly sparkling... it feels like she's come alive. Go, unnie, I'll always support you!
6. Her eyes, her smile—they remind me of her debut days. It's truly heartwarming.

7. She looks genuinely happy, she's glowing. I hope she stays this way!
8. Wow, blonde hair really suits her; she looks even younger.
9. I remember seeing photos of her so thin she was just bones. Now her complexion is better, and her expression is brighter. It's truly wonderful.

10. She's full of vitality. Health is truly the most important thing! Her curly hair is also adorable.
11. I'm so happy to see this. She's the singer who accompanied my school days. I hope she stays healthy and active for a long, long time.
12. I hope these warm comments reach BoA. I wish her health and continued singing in the future.

13. I hope unnie is always happy. Your songs helped me through tough times in the past...
14. I hope she can do whatever she wants freely, slowly and easily.
15. This styling really suits her. I hope she's always happy.

16. How can she still be so cute and charming after all these years ㅠㅠ Go, BoA!
17. As expected of BoA, her skills are still top-notch, and she's so smart. Truly cool.
18. She looks genuinely good, and it makes me happy too. Unnie, you must be happy. I'll always support you!

19. Every photo shows her looking happy, that's great!
20. I can see her childhood self. Go, BoA!
21. She has her old look back, she truly looks good. Seeing the news about malicious comments makes these warm messages feel even more important.

22. To stand at the top of the entertainment industry for decades with such talent, that alone commands respect.
23. She's unbelievably beautiful ㅠㅠ This is her prime!
24. It's exactly her expression, eyes, and smile from her debut days. I hope she stays healthy and happy always.

25. Unnie, please take care of your body and live happily! Once I'm done with childcare, I'll definitely return to being a fan... ㅠㅠ You're truly sparkling and beautiful!
26. Honestly, I was so shocked when she left SM (because she was the face of SM), but after leaving, she smiles more and looks so radiant. It makes me genuinely happy.
27. Her complexion has really improved, and her styling is gorgeous.

28. Wow, I also remember the old BoA. It's truly amazing. I hope she's healthy and happy from now on.
29. I've been a fan of unnie since elementary school, and my playlist is still full of your songs. It's so good to see you smiling so much now. I'll always support you!
30. It's amazing how I can see her debut appearance; her overall condition has improved. When I was young, I was a Sechs Kies fan and disliked BoA due to the fan color rivalry, but then I started paying more attention to her and even bought her albums. BoA is the kind of person who can turn anti-fans into fans. Go, BoA!