14-year-old Akiyama Saran reaches 172cm; Yano Shiho says, "She looks like The Little Mermaid"

Akiyama Saran, daughter of mixed martial arts fighter Choo Sung-hoon and top Japanese model Yano Shiho, is showing incredible growth, reaching a height of 172cm at just 14 years old. As her striking physique—resembling her model mother—and more mature appearance are revealed, viewers are turning their attention toward her rapid development.

In the upcoming episode of the KBS 2TV variety program "Stars' Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant" airing on the 16th, Yano Shiho is shown preparing a special event exclusively for Saran, who has recently entered puberty.

During the preview, Yano explained that she personally planned a "puberty party" to support her daughter, stating, "Since puberty is a natural growth process that everyone goes through, I believe it is important to view it positively."

Yano poured her heart into the preparations, meticulously selecting everything from the outfit to the balloon decorations and the event program. She could not hide her excitement, noting that Saran would "surely be happy" as she sought to gift her daughter a special memory.

As she navigates puberty, Saran has begun exhibiting the typical emotional shifts of a teenager. Through the preview footage, the production team heightened expectations for the broadcast, promising to capture Saran's rollercoaster of emotions and Yano's warm, supportive response.

The most talked-about highlight of the episode, however, is Saran's remarkable physical growth.

When Saran appeared in the outfit prepared by Yano, the mother could not stop praising her, exclaiming, "She looks just like The Little Mermaid." Saran, who was a beloved figure during her childhood for her cute and lovely image, captivated the cast with her sudden transformation.

Her long limbs and balanced proportions, which closely mirror her mother's, drew widespread admiration from the studio guests. Upon measuring her daughter's height on the spot, Yano revealed that Saran has already reached 172cm.

The studio cast was stunned to see that Saran has already reached a height comparable to her mother at only 14. Given her model-like proportions and mature aura, many remarked, "As expected, she inherited her parents' superior genes."

Overjoyed by her daughter's growth, Yano even demonstrated her signature model walk, creating a lighthearted atmosphere. The sight of a "daughter-obsessed mother" celebrating her child's milestones is expected to bring smiles to viewers.

Saran first gained nationwide fame appearing alongside Choo Sung-hoon on KBS 2TV's "The Return of Superman." After capturing hearts with her pure charm as a child, she is now drawing fresh interest as she matures into a teenager.

Through "Stars' Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant," Yano has built a connection with viewers by sharing her cooking, family life, and candid stories about Saran. This episode is expected to deliver both laughter and emotion through this special tribute to her daughter's growing pains.