Soloist HyunA recently disclosed her plans for a North American tour, titled My Attitude Tour 2024, set to kick off this August.

The announcement follows the release of her latest album, Attitude, which debuted in May and will feature eight stops across the U.S. and Canada.

This tour marks her first since publicly acknowledging her relationship with former HIGHLIGHT member Yong Jun Hyung, who has found himself embroiled in the controversial "Burning Sun" scandal.

Following the recent release of the BBC documentary shedding light on the scandal, renewed criticism and condemnation have been directed toward Jun Hyung and others implicated, significantly impacting HyunA's own career.

HyunA's recent Instagram posts have been inundated with critical and harsh comments regarding her relationship, even if the posts are unrelated to her boyfriend.

With the tour announcement, the criticism persists and, if anything, intensifies, with many eyeing the soloist skeptically in light of recent events.

Here are some of the top comments on the post, reflecting the mixed reactions to the news.

Will you be attending HyunA’s tour?

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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