However, the song’s star, Hani, finds herself unable to celebrate or smile due to a recent controversy involving her fiancé Yang Jae-woong.
EXID’s third digital single “Up & Down” was released on August 27th, 2014. Although it initially did not gain much popularity, a fan-cam of Hani that surfaced online in October that year sparked a resurgence in interest. The song eventually climbed the charts and achieved the number one spot on Melon’s music chart on Christmas Eve 2014. This resurgence led to music show wins and cemented EXID’s place in the K-pop industry.
As of August 27th, 2024, the 10th anniversary of “Up & Down” is a significant milestone for EXID members. LE shared commemorative photos on SNS, featuring memories from the song’s promotional period, including candid moments of the members.
However, Hani has been unable to partake in the celebrations. This is due to the fallout from a recent scandal involving her fiancé, psychiatrist Yang Jae-woong. On July 26th, it was reported that a patient had died at Yang Jae-woong’s hospital. The patient, a woman in her 30s, had been admitted for treatment of diet drug addiction and passed away two months before the incident became public. Yang Jae-woong issued an apology, expressing deep regret for the incident.
The timing of the scandal has overshadowed Hani’s personal and professional milestones. The announcement of Hani’s engagement to Yang Jae-woong came shortly after the patient’s death, leading to criticism and a sense of ethical responsibility for Hani. While she is not legally required to make a statement, the situation has placed her under intense scrutiny.
As Hani remains silent, there are speculations that she and Yang Jae-woong might delay their wedding. Despite celebrating EXID’s 12th debut anniversary, the 10th anniversary of “Up & Down” and the upcoming wedding, Hani is struggling to find joy amid the controversy surrounding her fiancé. The public awaits to see if she will break her silence and address the situation.
Source: Daum
