Ahreum Remembers T-ara Days: ‘Ryu Hwayoung Was Supportive, But It Left Me Scarred’

Ahreum Reflects on Her T-ara Journey Amid Ongoing Controversy

On the afternoon of the 18th, Ahreum took to social media to share her thoughts on the current situation regarding her time in T-ara. Starting her message with a transparent admission, she noted, “I don’t have any official comments to make about the incident, but since I’ve been receiving numerous DMs, I’m leaving a short message just for today.”

Struggles and Gratitude

Joining T-ara as its latest member, Ahreum opened up about the challenges she faced in adjusting to the group dynamics, especially while learning to memorize songs and choreography that had already been established. Reflecting on the past, she remarked, “It was incredibly difficult to process the sudden events back then, watching the Twitter exchanges among the older members.”

Despite these hurdles, Ahreum expressed profound gratitude towards fellow member Hwayoung. She emphasized, “Even after I left, I have always shared this, though it often went unnoticed: Hwayoung unnie took special care of me, perhaps understanding my feelings as a new member. I was always thankful and followed her closely.”

Feelings of Isolation

However, alongside her gratitude, Ahreum also revealed feelings of isolation following the incident, illustrating her emotional state with the metaphor, “At a young age, I felt like I was walking on a thorny path.” She mentioned that, in time, Ryu Hyoyoung offered her an apology, acknowledging that misunderstandings had played a role in the conflicts.

A Painful Chapter

Ahreum described her experience with T-ara as a painful memory, questioning, “Why not just remember us as the faces of those beloved songs from that time?” She urged the public to avoid revisiting past conflicts, asserting, “I believe everyone involved deeply regrets their actions during those younger days, feeling remorse, pain, and difficulty. Some may have suffered more than others, but I think no one came out of it unscathed.”

A Hope for Peace

In her closing thoughts, Ahreum expressed a desire for personal peace, stating, “Even now and in the future, I just want to live as an ordinary person. I hope everyone can move on from the wounds of the past and find peace in their lives.”

Seeking Distance from the Past

Previously, on November 12th, another member from T-ara addressed the ongoing inquiries from fans in a social media post. They stated, “Please stop DMing me about the recent issues regarding the group Areum was once part of. What would I know? Only those directly involved would know.”

This individual urged social media users and YouTubers to refrain from provoking discussions about events from over a decade ago, emphasizing, “It’s a story from over 10 years ago, and Areum herself doesn’t know much about it, so I ask everyone to stop inquiring. Why dig up old traces when they no longer matter?”

Recent Developments in Ahreum’s Life

Areum, who became a member of T-ara in 2012, left the group after just one year. In a noteworthy turn of events, she married a non-celebrity in 2019 and welcomed two sons. However, as of 2023, she announced her divorce and revealed she is currently dating someone named A.

Despite facing controversies related to allegations of financial misdeeds involving A, reports suggest the couple has reunited after a brief separation and is expecting their third child.

Reflections on the T-ara Bullying Incident

The subject of past conflicts resurfaced recently when T-ara’s CEO Kim Kwang-soo appeared on MBN’s “Let’s Go Go” on November 9th. He admitted, “The T-ara members were victims back then, but my handling of the situation turned them into perpetrators. It’s the one thing I regret most in my 40 years in the entertainment industry.”

In response, Hwayoung released a detailed statement, asserting, “I truly was bullied. As a new member of T-ara, I tried hard to blend in without causing trouble, but the original members frequently used violence and verbal abuse against me.”

Threatening Messages Revealed

Further complicating the narrative, it was disclosed that Hwayoung’s sister, Hyo-young, sent Areum threatening messages during this turbulent period. These messages included stark warnings aimed to protect her sister, revealing the distressing dynamics: “If you don’t want to get hit, do it right,” and “I’ll scratch your face so you can’t appear on broadcasts.”

Hyo-young later clarified her actions, stating, “I was shocked by what my sister told me. I sent those texts hoping to stop them from tormenting her, but I know it was foolish, and I still regret it.”

In light of these unfolding events, Ahreum and the involved parties continue to navigate their complex pasts with a focus on healing and moving forward.

Source: Nate

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