Netizens unite in defense of Highlight's Dongwoon,

Highlight's Dongwoon recently took to YouTube to apologize to his fans after news of his upcoming marriage surfaced.

In his sincere message, he expressed regret for the delayed greeting and nervousness he displayed during the live session, aiming to address any concerns or anger caused by his engagement.

Dongwoon openly admitted to feeling anxious about the potential misinterpretation of his written words and opted for a live broadcast to convey his thoughts and stories more accurately.

He sincerely apologized to his fans, acknowledging that the sudden news of his marriage might have caused them distress and confusion, affecting their sleep and eating patterns.

Dongwoon empathized with their feelings and understood the need for time to process the news.

Moreover, Dongwoon also expressed remorse for burdening his fellow Highlight members and fans with his decision. He acknowledged the weight it placed on them and extended a heartfelt apology.

He assured everyone that he would strive to do his best and appreciated the messages he had received, emphasizing that he was taking time to reflect on them.

While some fans criticized Dongwoon for not reading a prepared letter during his apology, others expressed concerns that his marriage might disrupt Highlight's upcoming comeback activities.

However, Korean netizens on various media portals, including Naver and Nate, have come to the defense of the idol. They criticized his fans and questioned why his marriage news would be something to apologize for.

Several comments from netizens included:

"Is getting married something to be sorry about? I don't know…geez."

"If they're true fans, they should congratulate him."

"He didn't deceive his fans or openly flaunt his relationship on social media. It's not a shotgun wedding, and he's not even leaving the group. I don't understand why he has to apologize for getting married. Do his fans expect him to remain single until retirement?"

"Why is he apologizing? Should his fans also avoid getting married and live alone forever?"

"They're crossing the line."

"He's already in his thirties. It's a good age to get married. It's not like he committed adultery or something. Why does he need to apologize?"

Meanwhile, Highlight's agency, Around US Entertainment, confirmed that Dongwoon would continue actively promoting as a group member even after his marriage.

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Jo Jung Suk is officially back—and fans of Hospital Playlist couldn’t be more excited.

In the preview for episode 10 of Resident Playbook, aired by tvN on May 10, Jo Jung Suk’s character Lee Ik Jun is shown walking through a dimly lit hospital, saying, “It’s been so long since I came here.”

The short scene sparked immediate buzz online, especially when he’s seen holding hands with a woman—whose face is hidden. Many viewers are now asking: Is it Chae Song Hwa?

Although her identity isn’t revealed, fans are hopeful that the woman is Jeon Mi Do, who played Chae Song Hwa in Hospital Playlist.

Earlier announcements confirmed that both Jo Jung Suk and Jeon Mi Do would make appearances in Resident Playbook, fueling speculation that the beloved duo is finally reuniting on screen.

The teaser quickly became a hot topic, helping the drama maintain its upward momentum. Resident Playbook—a spin-off of the hit series Hospital Playlist—has been gaining strong viewership, with its latest episode setting new personal ratings records.

The show has consistently ranked No. 1 in its time slot across all channels, showing that fans are deeply invested in the lives and growth of the young doctors at the center of the story.

As the series continues to mix heartwarming guest appearances with its own emotional stories, viewers are now eagerly waiting for episode 10, airing May 11 at 9:20 PM KST, to see what’s next.

Will the “99s” finally reunite? Tune in to find out!

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