Two months after the dating controversy involving Ryu Jun Yeol, Hyeri, and Han So Hee, the stars have seen varying outcomes in their careers and personal lives.
Ryu Jun Yeol, who faced criticism for ambiguity during the controversy, has navigated the aftermath with relative success. Despite revisited controversies around alleged real estate speculation and other issues, Ryu Jun Yeol’s strategic silence and focus on professional projects have helped him receive praise from the Korean Cultural Heritage Administration.
He recently voiced a historical figure for a digital exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art and will appear in the upcoming series “The 8 Show.” Notably, Ryu Jun Yeol presented an award at the recent Baeksang Awards, signaling his continued presence in the industry.
Hyeri, on the other hand, has opted to leave her agency, Creative Group ING, after five years. Amid speculations about agency restructuring following an acquisition by C-JeS Entertainment, Hyeri’s departure signals a new phase in her career as she transitions to freelance status. The future remains uncertain for Hyeri, with fans expressing hopes for her continued success.
Han So Hee has faced significant repercussions from the controversy, suffering damage to her reputation and career. Her behavior during and after the scandal, including deleted posts and critical remarks, resulted in terminated brand contracts and withdrawal from the drama “Deception.”
Public skepticism over her claims, such as studying in France, further tarnished her image. Han So Hee’s social media presence has shifted to primarily selfies and brand-related content, reflecting the impact of the controversy on her professional engagements.
The dating scandal has underscored the complexities of managing personal and public personas in the Korean entertainment industry, with each star encountering the aftermath in different ways.
