On the 15th, Ryu Jun-yeol and Han So-hee were engulfed in dating rumors, claiming they were enjoying a trip together in Hawaii with friends. A Japanese influencer posted about two top Korean actors being on a trip to Hawaii. While both agencies acknowledged the actors' trip to Hawaii, they cautiously stated it was 'personal life.'
The news turned into controversy after Hyeri posted a photo with the caption 'Interesting' on her Instagram account. Though the subject and object were omitted, it was enough to make viewers believe the targets were Ryu Jun-yeol and Han So-hee. Public perception of Ryu Jun-yeol and Han So-hee's dating rumors drastically changed. This was because Ryu Jun-yeol and Hyeri did not disclose specific reasons and timing of their breakup, both actors avoided an official response regarding the dating rumors, and Hyeri unfollowed Ryu Jun-yeol on social media. Hyeri's short but impactful comment attracted even more attention. Additionally, regarding Hyeri's statement, her agency avoided providing additional explanations about her intentions or reasons.
Eventually, Han So-hee also expressed her feelings on social media. She posted a picture of a dog standing with a knife stuck in the ground, with the caption 'Explain this situation right now.' Additionally, she stated, 'I don't like someone who has a lover, nor do I give room under the name of a friend, nor do I show interest, nor do I interfere with other's relationships. I like watching 'Transit Love', but it will never take place in my life. I find it fun as well.'
Despite the criticism, Han So-hee continued with her explanation, posting a lengthy heartfelt message on her blog the next day. She admitted to her relationship with Ryu Jun-yeol while clarifying that Hyeri and Ryu Jun-yeol's breakup was in early last year, and they became a couple at the beginning of this year. Subsequently, on the same day, Ryu Jun-yeol's agency officially acknowledged his relationship with Han So-hee and outlined plans to address baseless and indiscriminate hate comments.
No explanation seems to suffice. It all started with Hyeri's casual remark of 'interesting.' Even if it was just a light comment that wasn't aimed at Ryu Jun-yeol and Han So-hee, if it was indeed an expression of discomfort about her ex-boyfriend's new relationship, it leaves a feeling of discomfort rather than satisfaction. Even though it wasn't an official confirmation of the dating rumors, her single word sparked controversy, and both her agency and Hyeri chose silence rather than explanations or justifications. Of course, since there were no subjects or objects, they might not have felt responsible.
-Oh Gosh... Please just stop.
-If the whole situation was the other way around; Hyeri got herself a new boyfriend and Ryu posted a picture with the caption that says 'It's interesting', I'm sure Ryu will receive critics as if he was a criminalㅋㅋㅋ For your information, I don't like Ryu, but I feel sorry for him this time.
-The ones at fault here are the people who jump to conclusions just from reading two words: 'It's interesting'.
-Why are you doing this to Hyeri, damn it...
-That's so stupid. What did Hyeri do?ㅋㅋㅋ The ones who make assumptions are netizens and reporters, why should Hyeri be blamed for what's going on right now? That's just so stupidㅋㅋㅋ What if the thing she finds 'interesting' is her trip?ㅋㅋ
-Whatever... Ryu Junyeol is the one at fault here.
-Well, it's true that Hyeri threw bait to netizens...
-I hope Hyeri will take legal action as well~~
-What did Hyeri do wrong?? Netizens are the ones who make assumptions as they wish...
-Han Sohee is the most pitiful one here...
-Why should Hyeri clarify the whole situation?? Netizens are so freaking nosy... They could've just minded their own business. Just think about it, who turned the whole thing into a big deal?? Was it Hyeri or netizens?
-At this point, shouldn't Hyeri release a clarification as well??
-It would've been so much better if Hyeri clarified what she meant in that post...
-Han Sohee is the most pitiful one here. All she did was start a new relationship.
-I mean... That's indeed very cheap of Hyeri, but the haters are the ones at fault here...
-I seriously don't understand why people are hating on Han Sohee...
