She faced heartbreak in 2017 when she participated in “Idol School.” Despite her efforts, she was unfairly eliminated due to manipulation by the production team, who had already pre-selected the debut lineup.
“Idol School” aired in 2017 as a survival show for trainees. A shocking truth was revealed in 2021 when the production team was convicted of vote manipulation. It turned out that Lee Hae-in had actually placed first in the final results, but was manipulated into 11th place, leading to her elimination.
This revelation sparked outrage because it was not just a case of broadcast manipulation, but a serious crime that trampled the dreams and hard work of young trainees, causing a huge impact on the Korean entertainment industry.
However, Lee Hae-in used this painful experience as a stepping stone and is now thriving in a completely new role. After pursuing a career as a solo singer, he currently works as creative director for the junior girl group KISS OF LIFE. She was involved in every aspect of the group’s production, from member selection to the debut concept, contributing significantly to the success of their launch.
Recently, Lee Hae-in also took on the role of director for JTBC’s new teen audition show “PROJECT 7,” which moves away from the traditional format where viewers’ votes only influenced the ratings. Instead, the show emphasizes diverse viewer participation in areas such as team formation and missions.
Despite suffering from the unfair practices of the broadcasting industry, Lee Hae-in has not given up and continues to thrive in her career, earning continued support from fans.
Source: Daum
