WINNER’s Song Mino Surprises Fans With Long Hair & Beard During Military Service

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Recently, fresh photos of WINNER’s Song Mino surfaced online, capturing the attention of K-pop enthusiasts. The images revealed a surprising transformation as Song Mino sported long hair and a beard, a departure from his usual appearance. These photos, taken during his military service, quickly became a trending topic in online communities.

Fans were intrigued by Song Mino’s distinctive new look, with some drawing comparisons to renowned actor Ryu Seung-beam and singer Park Wan-gyu. The unexpected change in his appearance sparked lively discussions among netizens, showcasing the singer’s versatility and individuality.

Reportedly, the photos were snapped during a casual encounter with a fan at a record store, adding to the candid and spontaneous nature of the images. Despite his hiatus from the entertainment scene due to military service, Song Mino continues to garner attention and support from loyal fans.

WINNER’s Song Mino with new look surprised fans (Credits: Kbizoom)

Song Mino rose to fame as part of YG Entertainment’s popular boy group, WINNER, in August 2014. With hit songs like “Really Really,” “Empty,” and “Millions,” WINNER achieved widespread acclaim.

Additionally, Song Mino showcased his talents as a solo artist with tracks like “Fiancé,” “Run Away,” and “Tang!” His engaging personality was further highlighted through appearances on popular variety shows like “New Journey to the West” and “Kang’s Kitchen.”

Since enlisting in March last year and serving as a social service worker, Song Mino has maintained a low profile. However, these recent photos have reignited interest and curiosity among fans, demonstrating the enduring popularity of the talented artist even during his military service period.

Written by Harper West Kpop Trend Forecaster Analytics, Kpop, Streaming, Metrics, Trends, Fandom, Charts Harper West has 6 years of experience in entertainment research and holds a degree in Media Studies with certification in data visualization and audience measurement.

Harper West analyzes K-pop performance through comparative data modeling and longitudinal tracking. She focuses on how releases evolve over time across platforms, identifying sustained growth versus short term spikes. Her work integrates engagement metrics with release strategy to clarify performance drivers.

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