On October 7, Hanni, a member of the popular K-pop group NewJeans, made headlines after revealing her thoughts on marriage during a fan interaction on the paid communication platform, “Phoning.” This unexpected comment ignited a flurry of reactions from fans, showcasing both their surprise and concern regarding her plans.

Marriage Thoughts at a Young Age

During the fan interaction, when some fans jokingly advised her, “Don’t get married,” Hanni responded with a playful remark: “Don’t get married? I’ll give you a big TMI (too much information).” She then disclosed, “My parents got married when they were 24, so I always thought I’d get married at 24, too. You never know. Four years left,” referring to her age, which raised eyebrows among her followers.

In response to the shocked reactions, Hanni added, “Why is everyone taking this so seriously? It’s not like I’m getting married tomorrow. Don’t think too deeply about it, you have plenty of time to prepare your mind.” Her playful tone suggested that she might not be as serious about the matter as it seemed, but her comments still left fans anxious about the possibility of her marrying at such a young age.

Born in 2004, Hanni debuted with NewJeans in 2022 and recently celebrated her 20th birthday on October 6. The fans expressed their surprise with reactions like, “Please stay a singer for a long time,” “Marry a Bernese Mountain dog instead,” and “It hurts to even hear about it.”

Recent Controversies Surrounding NewJeans

On another note, the excitement surrounding Hanni’s comments comes amid ongoing controversies involving NewJeans and their agency, ADOR. On October 11, during a YouTube Live broadcast, the group discussed the dismissal of former CEO Min Hee-jin and voiced their concerns regarding the management practices of HYBE, ADOR’s parent company.

Hanni shared her experiences with workplace bullying within the company. She recounted an incident at a makeup shop where she greeted another team member, only for the manager to instruct the member to “ignore NewJeans.” Expressing her frustration, Hanni stated, “I could hear everything. I don’t understand why I have to endure this now; it’s ridiculous.”

In light of these revelations, some NewJeans fans filed formal complaints regarding the bullying claims. Chairman Ahn acknowledged the complaints and stated, “There have been several requests to call Kim Joo-young as a witness.” Hanni was also called as a reference and mentioned, “The aim is to investigate the truth behind the bullying allegations.”

With the parliamentary hearing scheduled for October 25, all eyes are on whether Hanni and Kim Joo-young will attend to address these pressing issues.

Hanni’s Growing Influence and Future

Hanni’s recent comments about marriage and her experiences within the industry highlight her growing influence as a young artist. As a member of NewJeans, she has captured the hearts of many fans, and her openness about personal matters has further endeared her to her followers. The combination of her youthful ambitions and the challenges she faces in the K-pop industry paints a complex picture of a star navigating fame, personal desires, and professional struggles.

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