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.

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Jimin of BTS and BIGBANG’s Taeyang are still making waves with their hit collab VIBE, which just hit 250 million streams on Spotify!

The song, which dropped in January 2023, quickly gained attention for its catchy beat, smooth vocals, and emotional vibe. Even now, more than two years later, fans around the world are still loving it—and it’s breaking new records because of that love.

With this new milestone, Jimin has become the first and only K-pop solo artist to have 10 songs with over 200 million streams on Spotify. That includes his solo tracks like Like Crazy, Set Me Free Pt.2, and Who, as well as collabs like With You and Angel Pt. 1 (from Fast & Furious: Ride or Die).

Fans are calling VIBE a “quiet miracle” that still hits just as hard today. Jimin didn’t just sing on the track—he also helped write the lyrics and worked on the music video, proving once again how involved he is in his music.

Taeyang also shines on the track, showing his signature smooth vocals and charm. Together, their voices created a song that didn’t just make waves in Korea, but on charts around the world. It’s a collab that fans say “just felt right.”

On top of Spotify success, Jimin’s solo songs are still going strong on the Billboard Hot 100. His track Who holds the record for the longest-charting K-pop solo song, staying on the chart for 33 weeks. Meanwhile, Like Crazy has racked up 1.35 billion streams, and more of his songs are joining the “200 million club.”

Recently, Jimin gave fans a little update through Weverse. With about 50 days left until his military discharge, he said, “I’m trying hard to stay healthy and not get hurt,” showing fans that he’s still thinking of them even while serving.

With this kind of love and dedication, it’s no surprise that VIBE is still going strong—and fans can’t wait to see what new records Jimin will break next.

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