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Two Moons' Do Dae-yoon Reveals Bipolar Disorder Struggles, Manager Role on TV Reunion
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Two Moons' Do Dae-yoon Reveals Bipolar Disorder Struggles, Manager Role on TV Reunion

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

Interview Named sources Context piece
  • K-pop group Two Moons members Do Dae-yoon and Kim Ye-rim reunited on a TV show after 13 years.
  • Do Dae-yoon revealed his struggles with bipolar disorder during his hiatus from the music industry.
  • He also shared his experience working as a manager for Jang Beom-june during his break.

Members of the K-pop group Two Moons, Do Dae-yoon and Kim Ye-rim, made a surprise reunion on the KBS variety show 'Happy Together โ€“ It's Okay to Be Alone' after 13 years apart. The appearance marked a significant moment for fans who have followed the duo since their debut.

During the show, Do Dae-yoon opened up about the personal challenges he faced during his time away from the spotlight. He revealed that he had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a condition that significantly impacted his ability to continue with his music career. This disclosure offered a candid look into the struggles behind his hiatus.

Adding another layer to his story, Do Dae-yoon also shared an unexpected career path he took during his break. He worked as a manager for fellow musician Jang Beom-june, a role that provided him with a different perspective on the music industry. The reunion and revelations provided fans with a deeper understanding of the members' journeys.

Kim Ye-rim, also known as Lim Kim, has continued her music career as a solo artist since the group's disbandment. The reunion with Do Dae-yoon on 'Happy Together' offered a moment of reflection on their shared past and individual paths.

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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.