On February 3, Jiyeon shared several photos on her Instagram, offering a glimpse into her daily life. The update quickly drew attention, with many noting her unchanged visuals and calm demeanor amid ongoing public discussion surrounding her divorce.

Since the split, Jiyeon has resumed her activities with T-ara but has refrained from making any direct statements about the divorce itself. Her silence has stood in stark contrast to Hwang Jae-gyun’s recent remarks on entertainment programs.

Hwang appeared on MBC’s variety show The Manager on January 31, where he revealed that he had dreamed of having children. He later drew further attention on Shin Dong-yup’s web variety show Zzanbro on February 2, stating that he had married his first love. His comments reignited public discussion about their marriage and subsequent divorce.

As their differing approaches became more apparent, online reactions began pouring in. Many netizens praised Jiyeon’s restraint, commenting that “her silence feels more mature” and “she remains beautiful and dignified.” Meanwhile, Hwang’s repeated references to marriage and family drew criticism, with some saying, “He brings up his former spouse too often,” and “He should be more careful when speaking publicly about the past.”

Jiyeon and Hwang Jae-gyun married in December 2022 amid widespread attention but announced their separation in October last year, just two years into their marriage. Since then, both have continued their careers, but their sharply different public responses have fueled ongoing debate over what constitutes dignity and responsibility after divorce.

Sources: Daum