Singer Ailee talks about her sensationalized weight loss story on a recent airing of KBS 2TV's 'Hello.'

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She revealed once again that she had lost around 10kg (~22 lbs) in preparation for her comeback.

Following Ailee's introduction, MC Lee Young Ja complimented the singer on her looks saying that she had shrunk in half. She then jokingly added, "Before [the weight loss] you were somewhat similar to me..." The other MCs protested in surprise, saying, "What are you talking about." 

Ailee revealed, "As of right now, I lost around 10kg (~ 22 lbs). I followed a strict diet, consuming mostly 100g of protein." However, the singer also added, "I'm worried about [the yo-yo effect] every day," showing concern she may regain the weight she had lost.