Singer Stephanie recently sat down for an interview with 'International bnt' where she discussed appearing on Mnet's 'Idol School' as well as recalling her difficult times after debuting in group CSJH The Grace.

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Q: What was your initial reaction when you were asked to appear on Mnet 'Idol School'?

"To be honest, I felt overwhelmed and was worried whether or not the idol students would follow along.  And I was also concerned about the fact that since viewers never saw my teaching side, I thought things would backfire on me.  However, I am glad I decided to participate in the program.  It was like finding my true self."

Q: In 2005, you made your girl group debut in CSJH The Grace, tell us about the time you fell into a slump while performing in Japan?

"We made our debut in Korea back in 2005 and went on to perform in Japan in the year 2007.  It was about 1 year since we promoted there but it was difficult that time since the hallyu wave wasn't as big.  So then in 2008, we held a solo concert...but I ended up getting injured and couldn't make a comeback. That hiatus went on for 5 years." 

Q: You're good friends with Jang Geun Suk?

"Yes, I am. I know his mother fairly well and I call her mom. We've been good friends for a long time."

Check out the photos from her photo shoot with 'International BNT' below.