Chu Sarang, then and now. [Yano Shiho's social media (left), KBS2 "Superman Returns" (right)]
Chu Sarang, then and now. [Yano Shiho's social media (left), KBS2 "Superman Returns" (right)]

Chu Sarang, the 14-year-old daughter of mixed martial arts fighter Chu Sung-hoon and model Yano Shiho, has drawn attention for her model-worthy figure.

Yano posted photos of her daughter on social media on Friday.

Sarang, out with her mother, flashed a comically startled expression that hinted at her still-bright personality.

Once beloved by viewers of KBS2's "Superman Returns" for her innocent charm as a 2-year-old, Sarang has grown into a noticeably more mature 14-year-old.

Chu Sarang [KBS2 "Convenience Store Restaurant"]
Chu Sarang [KBS2 "Convenience Store Restaurant"]

Sarang previously revealed her measurements — 172 centimeters tall and 48 kilograms — on KBS2's "Convenience Store Restaurant," which aired in July. Nearly matching the heights of her father Chu Sung-hoon (174 cm) and mother Yano Shiho (173 cm), she drew admiring remarks from the show's hosts: "She has model energy. All the good genes came together."

Online commenters echoed the sentiment. "The power of genetics is real," one wrote, while others said, "She'll be taller than her mom and dad before long," and "I can't believe little Sarang has already grown this much."


paq@heraldcorp.com