On the morning of January 23, Sports Chosun reported that Han So Hee appeared as a guest on a YouTube talk show, where she unexpectedly confirmed that she has worked part-time at a café — a revelation that quickly drew public attention.
In front of the camera, the actress openly explained the reason behind her café job, saying: “I always try not to let myself rest completely and to stay physically active. The longest break I’ve ever had was only four days and three nights. If I get about a week off, I go work part-time at a café. Whenever I have free time, I help out at my friend’s café. Back when I worked part-time, I really loved the feeling of increased productivity. I’m someone who has a strong desire to achieve things.”
Her honest explanation surfaced amid recent rumors questioning her popularity, particularly claims that she has become “past her prime” following underwhelming fan meeting attendance.
In October last year, Tenasia reported that Han So Hee’s fan meeting in Seoul failed to fill seats, with many empty chairs visible — especially on the second floor, which appeared almost deserted. Even the back rows on the first floor were not fully occupied, resulting in a less-than-ideal atmosphere for the event. These scenes fueled speculation about a decline in her star power.
The situation raised further eyebrows because organizers had previously claimed that tickets were sold out. This contradiction led some members of the public to question whether ticket sales had been exaggerated. Initially, ticket sales for the Seoul fan meeting were slow, but six days before the event, organizers announced that fewer than 80 seats remained.
The issue was not limited to Korea. Several of Han So Hee’s overseas fan meetings also reportedly struggled with ticket sales, ultimately leading to cancellations. Events scheduled in Frankfurt, Berlin, London, Paris, and New York were called off due to low demand, forcing her team to significantly scale back the planned tour.
Many industry watchers believe her image took a hit following a high-profile dating controversy in 2024 involving Ryu Jun Yeol and Hyeri. Han So Hee confirmed her relationship with Ryu Jun Yeol in mid-March 2024, but the announcement quickly escalated into scandal amid allegations that she had been involved as a third party in his previous relationship with Hyeri.
During the controversy, Han So Hee and Hyeri exchanged subtle jabs online, while Ryu Jun Yeol remained silent. The actress reportedly asked him to clarify the exact timing of his breakup with Hyeri, but he did not respond publicly, which deepened tensions. The couple eventually parted ways just two weeks after going public, bringing the intense media scrutiny to an end.
Sources: Sportchosun
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