'Real King 3' Winner Hong Ji-yun Joins Forces with Kang Ho-dong and Jeon Hyun-moo.. Moves to SM C&C [Official]

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Singer Hong Ji-yun has signed an exclusive contract with SM C&C.

SM C&C announced on the 13th that it had concluded an exclusive contract with Hong Ji-yun. A representative of SM C&C stated, "Hong Ji-yun is a talented artist with exceptional vocal abilities and solid musicality," adding, "We will provide full support to allow her to showcase her unique charm through trot as well as various genres and stages."

SM C&C is an entertainment agency representing Kang Ho-dong, Jeon Hyun-moo, Seo Jang-hoon, Jang Young-ran, Jang Do-yeon, Yoo Seung-mok, Ji Seung-hyun, Lee Hak-joo, and the cast of 'Algo-boni Hon-su-sang-tae' (What We Didn't Know Was a Vegetative State).

Hong Ji-yun majored in traditional Korean music and stood out from an early age. While attending high school, she won multiple awards at various competitions, including third prize at the 21st 'Im Bang-ul Traditional Music Festival', demonstrating her exceptional skills.

She made a strong impression by finishing as runner-up on TV Chosun's competition program 'Tomorrow is Miss Trot 2', which concluded in 2021. In particular, while performing "Baet-twi-wora," she garnered attention with her doll-like visuals and powerful yet delicate vocal range, earning the nickname "Trot Barbie."

Following her broadcast appearances, she actively participated in various music variety programs on TV Chosun, including 'My Daughter Haja', 'Tuesday Blue and White Battle', and 'Tuesday Nights Are Fun'. In 2022, she played the lead role of Song-hwa in the musical 'Seopyeonje', showcasing stable acting skills and stage presence. That same year, she received recognition for her talent and popularity by winning the Popular Music category at the 10th Korea Arts and Culture Awards.

Recently, she secured the final victory on MBN's competition program 'Real King 3', establishing herself as a "Next-Generation Trot Queen." She was praised once again for proving her unique powerful vocal style and commanding stage presence.

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