While some netizens support her, others are angry…
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Former TARE member HwayoungInstagram’s recent statement sparked a whirlwind of reactions online.
The post – in which he shared his position on the past bullying controversy involving T-ARA and the agency’s CEO – reignited heated debates on various Korean online forums. The topic, once a focal point of debate 12 years ago, continues to polarize public opinion as it resurfaces, and the post has already amassed more than 2,000 comments.
In her scathing post, Hwayoung detailed her experiences as a member of T-ARA, addressing the allegations and clarifying her side of the story. He also spoke out about his alleged bullying and his ankle injury. Hwayoung then commented on former CEO Kim Kwang Soo’s recent account of the bullying controversy, questioning what prompted him to reignite the debate after 12 years.
I sincerely want to ask CEO Kim Kwang Soo: What is your intention in bringing forward this story from 12 years ago into a show and mentioning my name with such biased comments?
I am currently without an agency and I am on my own. I am well aware that I cannot fight someone who has been influential in the entertainment industry for over 40 years. Despite this, I speak because I have faith in the truth of what happened then.
— Hwayoung, former T-ARA
Hwayoung, formerly of T-ARA, attacks the former CEO after his comments on the infamous bullying scandal
As expected, netizens’ response was divided. Some commenters showed unwavering support and encouraged Hwayoung to move forward. On the other hand, others remain skeptical, placing blame on Hwayoung for contributing to T-ARA’s troubled history and the group’s eventual fallout.
- “Unnie, I’ve believed in you from then until now.”
- “Wow, things from the past still haunt us today…”
- “I like you since the drama Hello, my twenties. Please don’t forget that you have people on your side.
- “How painful it must have been for fans who only wanted our Hwayoung to succeed, watching her suffer in silence, unable to speak up because every time she did, the haters came back to insult her, forcing her to change her account multiple times and even limiting comments. Even from her debut until now, I supported her and missed seeing her bright and welcoming smile every time she met fans. It’s heartbreaking that without an agency, we couldn’t see her on mainstream TV or even in real life. .. Please, stop tormenting both Hwayoung and Hyoyoung.”
- “If there’s a lot of evidence, I think it’s best to just reveal it… It just seems like an emotional plea.”
- “The singer and his fans are the same… Only… the level of comments…”
- “The people who support Hwayoung are probably also hypocrites at work. It’s ridiculous…”
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