At the press conference to launch the KBS2 movie "Love on the Menu", Hani first appeared in front of the media after a long absence due to the scandal of her fiancé. At the event, reporters directly asked her about her private life and her relationship with psychiatrist Yang Jae Woong.
The female artist expressed regret when personal scandals became the focus at the press conference specifically for the new film project.
Honestly, I am a bit hesitant to share about my private life here. Many people have put a lot of effort and enthusiasm into this filming project. What I want most is not to affect that effort," Hani said.
In addition, EXID members also apologized for "causing public anxiety" after the recent controversies.
This is the first time Hani has spoken out directly since her fiancé Yang Jae Woong was involved in a scandal in 2024. This psychiatrist has been criticized after the death of a patient at the clinic he runs.
The incident shocked Korean public opinion, which is said to have caused the clinic to close and seriously affected Yang Jae Woong's image.
The scandal also affected the couple's personal lives when the wedding planned to be held earlier had to be postponed indefinitely.
When further asked if the two were still maintaining a romantic relationship, Hani did not give a specific answer. She hoped the media and the public would sympathize because she could not share more about personal issues.
The actress also admitted to feeling pressure when returning to a new project in the context that public opinion still pays much attention to her private life: "I believe that is the burden I have to bear".
Hani's failure to confirm or deny the relationship status has led many viewers to continue to speculate that she still maintains her engagement with Yang Jae Woong, but chooses to separate personal matters from artistic activities. Currently, Hani and Yang Jae Woong have not made any new announcements about their marriage plans.
