NewJeans member Minji takes the digital cover story of Harper’s Bazaar Thailand Magazine‘s November 2023 edition lensed by fashion photographer Ahn Jooyoung. In charge of styling was Choi Yumi, with beauty from hair stylist Kyung Minjeong, and makeup artist Lee Nagyeom. For the session k-pop superstar is wearing selected looks and fine jewelry from Chanel.
In just one year since their debut, the girl group NewJeans has significantly impacted the K-pop industry, social media, and music charts. Last Sunday, they delivered a remarkable performance at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards, performing their viral hits “Super Shy” and “OMG.”
The performance began with the members of NewJeans – Danielle, Haerin, Hyein, Hanni, and Minji – each elegantly attired in stylish schoolgirl outfits and dancing individually in separate booths to electronic music. This captivating solo display paved the way for their unified group act, where, along with a team of backup dancers, NewJeans captivated the audience with their hit “Super Shy” and its widely admired choreography.
Following “Super Shy,” there was a swift costume change for their next song, “OMG.” The new outfits included oversized snow boots, angel-themed sweaters, skirts, and printed beanies, creating a dreamy aesthetic complemented by a set designed with white grid walls and cloud-like figures. “OMG” was performed to a funky remix of the original track, with the group executing feel-good dance moves in perfect unison. During the performance, they took moments to interact with their fans, known as Bunnies, in the crowd.
The evening was further highlighted when NewJeans won the top global K-pop artist award, a new category at the event, triumphing over other notable nominees like Stray Kids, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, TWICE, and Jimin of BTS.
The group also performed at the League of Legends Worlds 2023 opening ceremony.
Photography © Ahn Jooyoung for Harper’s BAZAAR Thailand – harpersbazaar.co.th
