fourteenmedia.id — Nyoman Ayu Carmenita, better known as Carmen, a talented young woman from Bali, has officially made her debut as a K-Pop idol in the group Hearts 2 Hearts under SM Entertainment.
Before joining the renowned South Korean agency, Carmen was widely recognized for her exceptional talents, including her golden voice, impressive rap skills, and expertise in playing the piano.
SM Entertainment revealed the group’s debut date and the members’ visuals through the SMTOWN LIVE 2025 teaser on Sunday, January 12, 2025.
The exciting news was also shared via the X account @IndoPopBase, which mentioned that Carmen is the fifth Indonesian to debut in the K-Pop industry, following Dita from Secret Number, Kim from VVUP, Via from BeautyBox, and Cleo from I.MET.U.
“Carmen from Hearts 2 Hearts is the fifth Indonesian female K-Pop idol, after Dita from Secret Number, Kim from VVUP, Via from BeautyBox, and Cleo from I.MET.U,” wrote the account on Monday, January 13, 2025.
Carmen joined SM Entertainment as a trainee in 2022. With the addition of eight members to Hearts 2 Hearts, many have noted their resemblance to senior idols who have already achieved great success in the music industry.
The 2006-born artist has received an outpouring of support and praise for her debut. Not only is she admired for her beauty, but also for her undeniable talent.
“She’s been training hard in Korea to become an idol, while I was busy snacking at her age,” commented @rid****.
“She’s so gorgeous! If someone told me she’s South Korean, I’d believe it. But no, she’s our pride, Indonesia,” said @ha****.
“I’m so proud that we have an Indonesian star, especially a Balinese girl, making it into one of the Big 3 agencies—SM Entertainment. Pink Blood forever!”
wrote @fi****.
Carmen’s journey with Hearts 2 Hearts under the guidance of SM Entertainment is expected to inspire the younger generation in Indonesia to pursue their dreams of becoming idols. Congratulations, Carmen!