Former After School sensation, Nana, who had been captivating fans with her unique tattoos, has taken a surprising turn by announcing her decision to remove them. The striking tattoos, numbering over seven, had become a hallmark of Nana’s bold and rebellious image, setting her apart from her peers in the entertainment industry. However, a recent revelation on the show Jo Hyunah’s Thursday Night shed light on Nana’s decision to part ways with her inked artworks. Nana’s journey with tattoos began at a red carpet event where she turned heads with her edgy ensemble, flaunting her vibrant tattoos while donning a sleeveless black dress. These tattoos had come to symbolize her personal expression and served as a declaration against the constraints often faced by actresses in the industry. Despite no official restrictions on actresses having tattoos, the practical implications on casting and fitting roles have sometimes proved challenging, leading to her bold choice.
But as the saying goes, change is the only constant. On a recent episode of Jo Hyunah’s Thursday Night, Nana opened up about the evolving relationship she shares with her tattoos. Surprisingly, the catalyst behind her decision to remove the tattoos came from an unexpected source – her own mother. Nana recalled a heartwarming moment when her mother expressed her desire to see her daughter’s body once again without the tattoos. With a close and cherished bond between them, Nana wholeheartedly agreed to her mother’s wish. Reflecting on her decision, Nana revealed that her initial foray into tattoo artistry was driven by emotional struggles she faced at the time. As she progressed on her personal journey and found emotional stability, the tattoos no longer held the same significance. This made the decision to remove them an easier one, symbolizing her growth and newfound equilibrium.
Nana also speculated that her mother’s request may have been prompted by witnessing her gradual transformation and recovery. Despite initially intending to keep her tattoos intact, Nana’s unwavering respect and love for her mother led her to joyfully embrace the change. Fans of Nana, known for her membership in the iconic girl group After School and its subunits Orange Caramel and A.S. RED, were taken aback by this unexpected announcement. Nana’s charismatic presence and dynamic career have been hallmarked by her involvement in various aspects of the entertainment industry. Debuting in 2009 alongside Raina as a third-generation member of After School with the single album “Because of You,” Nana quickly rose to prominence.
Her versatility shone through as she embraced different avenues, debuting with After School’s subunit Orange Caramel in 2010 and the subunit A.S. RED in 2011 with the single album “Red/Blue.” Nana’s artistic journey expanded further with her acting debut in 2016 through the Chinese drama Love Weaves Through A Millennium. Nana’s decision to remove her tattoos reflects not only a shift in her personal journey but also a touching testament to the enduring bond between a mother and daughter. As Nana embarks on this new chapter, fans can only anticipate what this remarkable artist will conquer next on her path of growth and self-discovery.
