• Netizens defend and shield fromis_9's Lee Chae Young after alleged e-cigarette spotted in her Instagram story

    Controversy sparks as netizens discuss fromis_9's Lee Chae Young and her Instagram story that catches their attention.

    Over the weekend, Lee Chae Young, a member of the K-pop group fromis_9, delighted fans by sharing some artistic photos on her Instagram and Instagram story, offering a glimpse into one of her beloved hobbies.

    However, observant netizens quickly noticed an object that drew their attention - an e-cigarette discreetly tucked into a pocket in front of Lee Chae Young.

    As e-cigarettes continue to be a topic of heated debate in the K-pop world, netizens once again had varied reactions.

    Here are some comments from the internet:

    "Smoking isn't a big deal; many idols smoke. Why all the fuss?"

    "It's not surprising anymore since so many idols have been caught smoking outside their schedules."

    "Idols are just like regular people. They smoke, drink, and yes, they even poop!"

    "She's an adult, so there's nothing wrong with it."

    "Instead of bothering idols who haven't broken any laws, focus on those who have."

    "If it were a male idol, fans would find it cool and support him."

    "Are we even sure that's her? Didn't she recently change her hair color to black?"

    "People are overreacting. It's not like she took a deliberate photo to promote e-cigarettes. It was probably an accident. Let's just relax."

    "Considering she might be in a car, it could be someone else's cigarette. Aren't we jumping to conclusions? I heard those e-cigarettes are strong even for experienced smokers."

    But some people were more negative and said things like:

    "This behavior is typical of a K-pop group nearing disbandment, acting as if they don't care about anything."

    "I've always felt that Lee Chae Young had a delinquent image. Even now during promotions, she acts like she's everyone's boss."

    "As a Flover (fromis_9's fan), I think she has the right to smoke since she's an adult. But why did she have to post a photo? It hasn't been a week since Ji Sun's incident. Fans can't protect you forever."

    "It's true that female idols should keep their smoking habits hidden to maintain their image. It might not be the most relevant thing, but a lot of female idols smoke. It's often suggested to them when they debut and start feeling stressed as public figures."

    Interestingly, a similar e-cigarette was also spotted during a recent live broadcast by Noh Ji Sun, another member of fromis_9, which further fueled the discussions surrounding this topic.

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  • ‘Resident Playbook’ preview teases Jo Jung Suk and possibly Jeon Mi Do—ratings expected to skyrocket

    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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