Heo Youngji, a member of KARA, has held a special gathering with fans ahead of her solo debut, nine years after her group debut.

On June 10, Youngji hosted her solo fan meeting 'YOUNGJI's Bakery' at the RBW Lounge Cafe in Gwangjin District, Seoul. The fan meeting was reportedly a heartwarming event, planned personally by Youngji as a way to express her gratitude to fans for their unwavering love and support since her debut.

Youngji led her solo fan meeting on the day, actively participating as both MC and guest. Amid a variety of corners, Youngji enjoyed a pleasant time chatting up close with fans and taking photos in various poses as per fans' requests. She also surprised fans by performing 'UNFORGIVEN' by Le Sera and '(G)I-DLE's 'Queencard'.

In particular, Youngji showcased her extraordinary love for her fans by hosting a reverse gift event for all the fans who came to the fan meeting. She personally handed out homemade waffles, traditional Korean sweets sets, and signed Polaroid photos, expressing her gratitude to each fan and adding a touch of sentiment to the event. Fans responded warmly to Youngji's affectionate and meticulous care.

After the fan meeting, Youngji shared her feelings, saying, "I'm greeting each day with excitement as I prepare for my solo album. As I've been preparing, I've been thinking a lot about my fans, so I wanted to set up a place like this to meet you face-to-face and say thank you. I'm sure the fans are looking forward to my solo album as much as I am, and I promise you won't be disappointed. I'm working hard to prepare. I hope we can meet more often in the future. Thank you always, and I love you."