From texting the group chat for a sneaky late-night feed to crossing off massive dream goals from the career bucket list, we’ve all heard that dreaded “no.” But BMSG × CHANMINA turned rejection into rebellion with No No Girls, the audition show that gave rise to J-Pop’s newest storm-in-heels: HANA. Made up of seven unapologetic rulebreakers—CHIKA, NAOKO, JISOO, YURI, MOMOKA, KOHARU, and MAHINA—HANA has been on a glow-up trajectory ever since their debut single ‘ROSE’ racked up over 100 million streams. Now they’re back with ‘My Body’, a bold new era that proves they’re here to stay (and slay). We caught up with the girls to talk confidence, connection, and what’s next—spoiler: a fresh single is already on the horizon.
We here at THP love HANA. Can you tell our readers the most important thing about your group?
JISOO: HANA always wants to be a source of strength for everyone, and we hope to keep growing together with all of you.
YURI: That we’re human—real, living beings.
CHIKA: HANA is alive—we’re human. We express both our good and bad sides honestly through our performances and sing straight from the heart!
MAHINA: Every time we’re on stage, we perform with the determination to change the lives of those watching.
NAOKO: We give our all to convey what we truly want to express—we put our lives into it.
KOHARU: We’re seven individuals with strong beliefs about how we want to live, and we express those convictions in diverse ways through music we love. HANA is a one-of-a-kind group.
MOMOKA: That we’re human, living beings—that’s what defines us.
You came together through the audition show No No Girls, which sought out singers rejected by the industry, society, or even their own inner critic. How did the show help you refuse to let your careers “end quietly?”
JISOO: I learned to love myself more—and to become someone who can rely on and connect with others.
YURI: It wasn’t just about improving our singing or dancing skills. We were first taught to understand who we are as people—to reflect on our character and inner self. That helped me think deeply about what it truly means to be a beloved artist.
CHIKA: The strength came from CHANMINA, SKY-HI, the staff, and everyone who watched. I used to struggle to acknowledge myself, so being praised and accepted by so many people made me genuinely happy. It gave me real confidence and made me believe that all my past efforts had been worth it.
MAHINA: I’m who I am today because of CHANMINA, my teammates, and all the people who supported me.
CHANMINA respected each of our individualities and faced us sincerely, and that helped me find hope and grow as a person.
NAOKO: CHANMINA believed in us from the very first time we met her—at the second audition. Because of that, instead of worrying about whether I was “good enough” or “debut material,” I learned to look inward and reflect on myself. For me, it was realizing that I want to make people smile—so I should stay smiling and never forget to enjoy what I do.
KOHARU: First of all, CHANMINA and SKY-HI taught us so much—both as artists and as producers—just by the way they carry themselves. It felt like they were saying, “If you’re with us, you can truly enjoy making music.” Being able to follow their lead from that moment was what set our first step in motion.
Ever since the audition began, we were taught in every round what it truly means to face ourselves—what we can gain from it, and how to turn that into artistic expression. Through that process, we grew not only in our skills but also mentally, by inspiring and influencing each other as teammates.
MOMOKA: Before No No Girls, I’d been living cautiously, expecting little from the world and taking the safest path. But through this show, surrounded by love from the participants, CHANMINA, and the staff, I found a place where I could truly be myself. I realized it’s okay to raise my voice, to express my feelings—because there are adults and friends who will genuinely listen. That gave me the courage to believe in my dreams again.
What would you say is HANA’s secret weapon as a group?
JISOO: Everyone’s unique personality!
YURI: Our seven distinct voices and singing styles.
CHIKA: Dance. Each of us comes from a different background, so there’s still a lot of potential and strengths we haven’t shown yet.
MAHINA: Infinite possibilities.
NAOKO: Our humanity. We all share passion and effort for singing and dancing, and we lift each other up as a team—but what truly strengthens our bond is our human connection. We share our happiness, sadness, and joy, eat together, and live grounded, real lives. That humanity enriches our emotions and shows through in our performances.
KOHARU: The fact that our potential keeps growing.
MOMOKA: Our closeness—the bond between us.
Each of you has a captivating individual style as a GG. What’s one thing you’re leaning into during this new era, whether it be a fashion piece, hairstyle, or accessory?
JISOO: I definitely prefer long socks—long enough so that when I sit down, no skin shows between my pants and socks.
YURI: There isn’t one specific item, but I always wear what I want to wear. Even if something’s flashy or different from others, I never change my style just to fit in—that’s one of my personal rules.
CHIKA: I focus on sexiness—I like wearing outfits that show my body line or adding corsets. I really love my current body shape, so I wear what makes me feel confident.
MAHINA: I’ve recently gotten really into fashion. I didn’t care much about it before, but after being inspired by my members and people around me, I now spend my breaks and time at home watching fashion content all the time.
NAOKO: My mood changes a lot, so I wear all kinds of styles depending on how I feel that day.
But I always decide on a cap after I finish coordinating the whole look! I also love beanies and berets—I can’t stop collecting different shapes and colors.
KOHARU: When it comes to hairstyles, I think I’ll have perms for the rest of my life. Ever since high school, I admired girls overseas with bouncy curly hair—the kind that looks like “I was born with these curls!” Right after graduating from high school, I went to get a perm that made use of my long hair. It’s become my signature look, and I hope people see it as part of who I am.
MOMOKA: Definitely nails and hats.
‘My Body’ is your latest single! What can you tell us about this track, and what you’re hoping fans take from it?
JISOO: The most important thing in your life is you!
YURI: The song means “your body belongs to you.” We want to tell everyone that you shine the brightest when you wear the clothes you like and do the makeup you love.
CHIKA: Your body is yours. Whether others call it good or bad, that’s still just someone else’s judgment. What matters is loving the version of yourself you want to be.
MAHINA: It’s a message about self-love—that only you can truly love yourself. When you can love yourself, you can also accept love from others. So we hope people wear what they like and cherish being their true selves.
NAOKO: Your body is your own. There’s only one “you” in this world, and you have the right to choose your own life and do what you love. When you listen to this song, I hope you’ll walk with a light, pop feeling—it’s a track that can lift your mood!
KOHARU: When you fall in love, you naturally care deeply for the other person—but even then, you mustn’t forget that your body and heart belong to you. I want everyone who listens to feel that loving and valuing yourself is a beautiful thing. Even if it’s not easy right now, we want to remind you through this song that you are precious and worthy of love.
MOMOKA: It reflects the idea that I don’t easily belong to anyone—I want to truly love and value myself for who I am. I hope this message reminds our fans how important self-love is, because no matter who you are, you’re beautiful and wonderful just the way you are.
‘My Body’ weaves in some rapping—how do you think that mix of styles added to the song’s impact?
JISOO: MOMOKA’s rap changes the mood instantly—it makes the whole track more dynamic.
YURI: The lyrics MOMOKA wrote are very real, and I think they’ll resonate deeply with listeners.
CHIKA: Against our softer voices, MOMOKA’s low-tone rap really stands out. It’s striking and powerful—I can feel her determination through it.
MAHINA: The moment the rap comes in, it feels like the song shifts gears and gains new energy. It also broadens the range of expression—it conveys feelings you can’t express through melody alone, which gives the song even more impact.
NAOKO: MOMOKA has such a wonderful voice—her low tone adds strength and conviction to the song’s refreshing and cute sound. Since all of our voices are different, I think it shows that femininity, beauty, and strength come in many forms.
KOHARU: Rap naturally boosts the momentum—both the sound and the emotion behind it. That’s why MOMOKA’s rap part might actually be my favorite moment in ‘My Body.’
MOMOKA: The overall vibe of the song is soft and flowing, but the rap breaks that flow in the best way—it keeps things fresh and adds a great accent to the track.
We love how versatile you are as a girl group, whether it be through visuals or sound. What inspired the cinematics in the MV, and what does it represent to you?
JISOO: Just like each member’s personality, the MV uses many different colors—it turned out really vibrant and diverse.
YURI: Each member had three different styling concepts. We hope it conveys the message that you should wear what you love and express yourself freely every day.
CHIKA: We tried things we’d never done before — cute outfits, studio sets, new makeup looks. I had what you’d call a very “girly” styling this time, but each of us looked and sounded different. It made me realize how glad I am to have been born as me. I hope that feeling reaches everyone who watches.
MAHINA: The MV concept and setting were produced by CHANMINA, and our performances draw inspiration from anime, movies, and music. When I watch it, I imagine what it would feel like to be the main character. Through visual storytelling, we want people not just to listen to HANA’s music but also to see and feel its world.
NAOKO: Like CHANMINA, who produces us, we never stop expressing ourselves. We constantly challenge new sounds, singing styles, outfits, and makeup—that’s part of who we are.
KOHARU: Each member’s booth in the MV had its own concept that matched our personalities. Mine was styled like a press conference—CHANMINA suggested I portray “KOHARU smiling politely while being asked uncomfortable questions.” It made me realize how important it is to stay true to yourself while expressing your emotions openly.
MOMOKA: The shoot allowed me to try new makeup and styles I hadn’t before. By wearing different looks, I could express the many sides of myself—it reminded me to truly love who I am. For us, visual expression is just as essential as our stage performances; it’s another form of self-expression.
What can fans expect from you entering this new era of ‘My Body?’ What are you most excited for the fans to see?
JISOO: It’s our first time showing a colorful, cute side of HANA! Please enjoy all our different expressions.
YURI: We’ve had many powerful songs before, but ‘My Body’ shows a softer, cuter side—while keeping the same strong message. I especially want people to pay attention to everyone’s facial expressions—they’re adorable!
CHIKA: You’ll see new voices, new looks, new styles—everything feels fresh! But it’s not like these sides didn’t exist before—they’ve always been within us. Even though I often perform with bold makeup and a strong tone, I also love this softer side of myself. Loving every version of yourself is what makes you truly beautiful—that’s what I hope people feel through this song.
MAHINA: The message of self-love is at the heart of this song. I hope people see how important it is to be and love the version of yourself you like best. The dance performance in the MV is super cute and catchy, so please look out for that too!
NAOKO: I really love the dance parts in the first and last choruses! They’re so fun to perform, and I hope they become moments where HONEYs (our fans) can get hyped with us—shouting “Woo!” or “Let’s go!!” together!
KOHARU: As artists who value humanity, ‘My Body’ lets us show a new side of HANA—and reminds everyone that there are still many sides of us, and of ourselves, yet to be discovered. I want fans to feel that our musical potential is infinite.
MOMOKA: We weren’t always confident in self-love, but after No No Girls and our first half-year since debut, we’ve learned how vital it is. This song represents that growth—I want people to see the confidence of seven girls who finally learned to love themselves.
‘My Body’ has been living rent-free in our playlists, but we’re about to make room for its rowdy new roommate. Enter ‘Non Stop’—the latest single that we’re fully prepared to play… well, nonstop. Once it drops, sprint (don’t scroll) to our socials—Facebook, Insta, Twitter—and tell us your favorite moment: that one lyric that hits too close to home, or the choreography you’ve already tried in your mirror twice.
