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According to several media outlets, a Japanese weekly magazine revealed on the 10th, "Jiyoung, who left KARA and departed to London for her studies last April, will resume her activities as a celebrity."

"Jiyoung has always had the dream to be an actress and the Sweet Power CEO traveled all the way to London to meet Jiyoung and consult with her about her future... Jiyoung is expected to return to fans in Japan as an actress within this year."

The agency Sweet Power is home to top Japanese actresses including Meisa Kuroki (Satsuki Shimabukuro), Maki Horikita, as well as Korean actress Kim Tae Hee who works with the agency for her Japanese promotions.

The Japanese magazine also reports that when they contacted Sweet Power for confirmation, the agency responded, "It's true the CEO met with Jiyoung in London and listened to a consultation about her activities as an actress... However, nothing has been decided on." 

Stay tuned for potential updates to come!