Entertainment agency Lean Branding is gearing up to launch its first global girl group next month, and its first confirmed member is Lingling from Mnet's 'I-Land 2: N/a'.

On April 18 KST, Lean Branding introduced its new girl group member Lingling with a brand new set of profile images, posted on Lingling's official SNS account. Hinting at her growth since her audition program days, Lingling wrote, "The stage I've longed for. Now, I begin again," raising anticipation for her impending debut. In particular, Lingling will soon become the first ever female K-Pop idol of Malaysian nationality once she debuts next month. 

Meanwhile, more information on Lean Branding's upcoming global girl group will be announced via SNS in the coming weeks. The group's debut is scheduled for some time in late May.

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