NewJeans’ Haerin Decides to Skip 2024 College Entrance Exam to Focus on Music Career
Haerin, a member of the popular girl group NewJeans, has decided not to take the 2024 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT), which will be held on November 14.
Her agency, ADOR, announced on November 7 that Haerin, born in 2006, is of the age to take the exam but has chosen to focus on her music career instead.
Despite being eligible, she has opted to delay her college entrance plans for now.
NewJeans, who debuted in July 2022, quickly became one of the top K-pop girl groups, with major hits like "Attention," "Hype Boy," "Ditto," and "ETA."
Their success continued with the release of their double single How Sweet in May.
In June, NewJeans expanded into the Japanese market, and they will perform at the "COUNTDOWN JAPAN 24/25" event in Tokyo from December 28 to 31.
Haerin will also attend the 9th Asia Artist Awards (AAA 2024) in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 27.
Lim Ji Yeon Addresses Backlash Over Cheering for Jung Woo Sung Amid His Scandal, "I Didn’t Expect the Public’s Reaction"
Actress Lim Ji Yeon is finally opening up about the unexpected backlash she received after showing support for actor Jung Woo Sung during his controversial return to the public eye.
In an interview on January 23rd, following the end of her drama The Tale of Lady Ok, Lim Ji Yeon spoke candidly about the situation that caused a stir at the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards in November last year.
At the event, Jung Woo Sung made his public return after facing controversy surrounding an “illegitimate child” with model Moon Ga Bi. While Jung Woo Sung took the stage to apologize, Lim Ji Yeon was seen clapping and cheering for him.
Reflecting on that moment, Lim Ji Yeon shared, "It was a brief moment, so it’s hard to say whether it was right or wrong." She added, "I didn’t expect the public’s reaction. On the other hand, I was cautious since The Tale of Lady Ok was airing at the time."
For those who missed it, Jung Woo Sung and Moon Ga Bi, who had been in a relationship since 2022, revealed last year that they were expecting a child.
The actor took full responsibility for the situation and issued an apology during the awards ceremony, saying, "I’m sorry for causing concern and disappointment to everyone who has shown me love and support. I will bear all the criticism, and I promise to take full responsibility as a father to my son".
However, while Jung Woo Sung addressed the controversy, it was Lim Ji Yeon’s show of support that sparked controversy.
She cheered enthusiastically for Jung Woo Sung, while actress Hye Ri, who was seated next to her, kept a neutral, expressionless face. This led to a wave of criticism from some netizens who questioned Lim Ji Yeon’s reaction.
It’s worth noting that Lim Ji Yeon’s agency, Artist Company, was co-founded by Jung Woo Sung and actor Lee Jung Jae, both of whom currently serve as directors.
Could this connection have influenced Lim Ji Yeon’s public display of support? She’s still processing the response, and fans are curious to know how she’ll handle the fallout moving forward.
