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Queendom Puzzle: Japan’s Shiroma Miru Goes Viral for NSFW Photobook

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Shiroma Miru, a Japanese idol who nearly made it into IZ*ONE, is making waves in the K-pop scene on two fronts. First, there’s her participation in Queendom Puzzle. Second, there’s her photobook, REBORN. It dropped around the time of her graduation from NMB48, and served as a testament to her journey.

REBORN was quite risqué, featuring a series of bold and captivating images of Miru. This aspect of the photobook caused quite a stir among Korean netizens, especially given her ongoing participation in Queendom Puzzle. Some images from REBORN went viral, further increasing Miru‘s exposure and popularity in South Korea.

Who is Shiroma Miru?

Born on October 14, 1997, in Osaka, Miru started her journey at 13 when she got into NMB48‘s 1st Generation in 2010. Her successful career with NMB48 saw her participate in numerous singles and albums. She also held a concurrent position in AKB48‘s Team A from 2014 to 2015. Her popularity was reflected in the General Election, where fans voted for their favorites. She always ranked high, peaking at 8th place in 2018.

In 2018, Miru‘s journey took a significant turn when she decided to participate in Mnet’s Produce 48. On the show, she quickly gained popularity for her stage presence and talent. Miru showcased her ability to adapt to various concepts, from cute to sexy, and her performances were consistently praised. 

PRODUCE48 (프로듀스 48) Shiroma Miru (しろま　みる) All Stages

Despite her strong showing, she narrowly missed the chance to debut in IZ*ONE, finishing in 20th place. Her participation in the show marked her first foray into the Korean entertainment industry.

In 2023, news broke that Miru had graduated from NMB48 and become a soloist in Japan. Around the same time, it was announced that she would join Mnet’s new survival show, Queendom Puzzle. It features experienced idols competing to re-debut in a project group. News of her joining Queendom Puzzle was met with much excitement. Netizens expressed their support and wished her the best in the upcoming survival program.

Miru’s ‘Queendom Puzzle’ journey

The show began with a team battle where Miru‘s team, won performing the signal song “SNAP.” 

In the Remix Battle, her team remixed SHINee‘s “Don’t Call Me,” placing third. The All-Rounder Battle saw her Queendom team lose to the Puzzle team. Miru‘s performances, however, stood out due to her versatility and stage presence.

Miru secured a spot in the top 7 in the latest episode, which concluded the All-Rounder Battle. The Queendom team’s score fell short of the Puzzle team’s, so the Puzzle team members earned extra points. The episode also revealed the project group’s name, EL7Z U+P, and the initial team lineups for the semifinal songs, including Miru.

데뷔 13년 차 미루(MIRU)의 ♬ Shine Bright

The top 7 contestants were announced, and while Miru wasn’t listed, her consistent performances make her a strong contender. The episode ended with the elimination of five contestants. tripleS’s Seoyeon, Cherry Bullet’s Chaerin, MOMOLAND’s JooE, LIGHTSUM’s Sangah, and Weeekly’s Soeun were sent home. Despite the eliminations, the remaining contestants, including Miru, are gearing up for the semifinals and finals, set to air live on August 8 and August 15, respectively.

Since REBORN went viral, her fans are hoping the extra attention will be enough to get her into the debut team. But regardless of the outcome, Miru’s time in Queendom Puzzle has contributed to her growth as an artist and has established her as a rising star in K-pop. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: Miru’s REBORN photobook has risqué images. Source: Twitter/@48RequestHour’s Twitter account.

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