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'I thought it was AI,' Hwasa touched by Jensen Huang's 'K-pop favorite' shout-out, 'Thankful every time I sleep' ('Ear-F
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'I thought it was AI,' Hwasa touched by Jensen Huang's 'K-pop favorite' shout-out, 'Thankful every time I sleep' ('Ear-Friend')

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Mamamoo member Hwasa expressed her excitement after NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang mentioned her.
  • Huang referred to Hwasa as his "K-pop favorite" during a broadcast of KBS2's 'Sung Si Kyung's Ear-Friend'.
  • Hwasa shared her gratitude, stating she feels thankful every time she sleeps.

Mamamoo's Hwasa was visibly moved after receiving a shout-out from NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, who declared her his "K-pop favorite." The touching moment aired on KBS2's music show, 'Sung Si Kyung's Ear-Friend,' where the popular girl group made a full-group appearance for the first time in three years and eight months.

Hwasa shared her overwhelming gratitude for Huang's recognition, confessing she feels thankful every time she goes to sleep. The unexpected mention from the tech mogul clearly resonated with the artist, highlighting an unusual intersection of the K-pop and technology worlds.

During the broadcast, Mamamoo also recreated their debut song 'Mr. Ambiguous,' complete with the iconic mustache prop that symbolized their early career. The group's appearance marked a significant return, showcasing their enduring appeal and connection with fans, now amplified by an international endorsement from a prominent industry leader.

I feel thankful every time I sleep.

โ€” HwasaHwasa expressed her gratitude after NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang named her his 'K-pop favorite' on a television broadcast.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.