For Waterbomb, KWON EUNBI may have pushed herself too hard, dropping to just 41 kg after an extreme diet.
Singer KWON EUNBI has revealed that she’s currently in recovery after undergoing a drastic weight-loss regimen.
On August 23, in episode 361 of the MBC variety show “The Manager”, KWON EUNBI shared a glimpse into her daily life, as a singer, property owner, and café CEO.
In July, she captured public attention at Waterbomb Seoul 2025, impressing fans with her confident bikini look and powerful performance. Reflecting on the moment, she said:
“I really wanted to show something new on stage, and the response was great.”
She was also scheduled to perform at Waterbomb Busan 2025, but had to cancel the day before due to health issues, disappointing fans. At the time, her agency stated:
“Following medical advice, she has been taking about three weeks of full rest to recover. Although she was preparing to return, considering her current condition, we decided she should take additional time off for a more stable recovery.”
Discussing her current health status, KWON EUNBI shared:
“I’m feeling much better now. I followed a very strict diet to prepare for the performance and honestly, I pushed myself too hard. I usually weigh around 47–48 kg, but I dropped to about 41–42 kg. I’m now eating properly again to regain my health.”
That same day, KWON EUNBI also shared her life as a building owner worth 2.4 billion won (approx. 1.6 million euros) and café owner. Talking about the café, she said:
“The preparation took about a year. I came up with the attic concept myself.”
She added:
“Back in high school, I worked part-time at a bakery for about two years. I always dreamed of opening my own shop. I created all the recipes myself and taught them to my staff. I bake, develop drinks, watch YouTube videos, and visit lots of cafés for inspiration. I experiment with different ideas and shape them into my own style.”
Still, she acknowledged the harsh reality of running a business:
“It’s not what I imagined. Before I started, I thought, ‘I’ll get to eat all kinds of delicious pastries,’ but even making one bread involves managing costs, hygiene, expiration dates, utility bills, labor, vacation time, customer service, developing new menu items, marketing… It turns out the bread itself isn’t even the biggest issue.”
She concluded with a candid reflection:
“Thankfully, if the café ever struggles, I have other sources of income to support it. But if I didn’t, it would be really tough.”
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: YouTube The Manager
