Ex-April Hyunjoo’s Instagram Bombarded with Malicious Comments Following Lee Naeun’s Recent Controversy

Former APRIL member Lee Naeun recently ignited controversy by appearing on Kwak Tube‘s YouTube channel. Kwak Tube is a well-known South Korean YouTuber boasting over 2 million subscribers, who discussed his initial response to Naeun’s past bullying allegations. During their conversation, Kwak revealed that he had blocked Naeun when the allegations first emerged, as he too had endured bullying during his school years. However, after reading an article that denied the claims, Kwak decided to unblock her and even offered an apology.

The video quickly went viral, stirring a heated debate among netizens. Many criticized Kwak for “forgiving” Naeun, asserting that only the victim, former APRIL member Lee Hyunjoo, had the authority to do so. This situation has reignited debates surrounding the group’s bullying scandal, as Hyunjoo accused her former bandmates of mistreatment, which significantly impacted APRIL’s burgeoning career.

In the aftermath of the controversy, Lee Hyunjoo’s Instagram was bombarded with a mix of negative and supportive feedback. Even though she was not directly involved in the video, she faced severe criticism from APRIL fans who held her accountable for the group’s decline. Some comments were harsh, personally attacking her and accusing her of adopting a victim mentality.

“Hyunjoo, fix your victim mentality.”
“Don’t apologize and go to jail.”
“Apologize to APRIL.”

Conversely, Hyunjoo continues to receive support from her advocates, many of whom express their trust in her narrative.

“Hyunjoo, the public is on your side. Always cheering you on!”
“You’re the best! Hope you enjoy a happy Chuseok!”
“I’m always sincerely wishing for your happiness.”

The bullying allegations against APRIL first surfaced when Hyunjoo’s brother posted online, accusing the members of ostracizing her. Hyunjoo later confirmed these claims, prompting APRIL to file a defamation lawsuit, which ultimately was dismissed. During the legal proceedings, court documents revealed that Naeun had acknowledged certain actions, such as placing fermented Cheonggukjang paste in Hyunjoo’s tumbler and using her sneakers without consent.

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