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HyunA and Yong Junhyung’s Instagram Post Controversy Explained

Sexual assault, explicit videos, and mayhem: What’s the connection between Hyuna, Yong Junhyung, and the Burning Sun?
January 21, 2024
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Are Hyuna and Yong Junhyung, the former BEAST/Highlight member, dating? 

This question has stirred up quite a buzz in the K-pop world, leaving fans and netizens curious about the latest development in their relationship. However, there has been a considerable amount of backlash as well. 

Is it because people don’t like the couple? Or is the cause more sinister? Let’s dive into the details to find out what’s happening between and with these two Korean stars.

Hyuna and Yong Junhyung raised eyebrows with beach photos hinting at romance on January 18, 2024. The revelation shocked many due to Junhyung’s connection to the notorious Burning Sun scandal of 2019, which embroiled celebrities, police, and idols, including Junhyung and Seungri. The scandal involved assault, sexual offenses, and explicit video distribution, impacting numerous entertainment figures. Junhyung and Choi Jonghoon faced severe repercussions, while Seungri served a prison sentence.

Explained: Why Is Everyone Hating Hyuna and Yong Junhyung?

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In a surprising turn of events, Hyuna and Yong Junhyung seemed to announce their romantic involvement by posting matching photos of themselves strolling hand in hand on a beach on January 18, 2024. 

While many fans hoped for Hyuna’s happiness, the revelation left some shocked and disappointed. 

No but hyuna is so slimy bc how do you go from being an inspiration for women in your country to date a man who caused so much damage to those same women? pic.twitter.com/dKu4wB4RlB

— alex• (◜◡◝) (@revelvelvets) January 18, 2024

They couldn’t believe that Hyuna, a beloved figure in the K-pop industry, would associate herself with someone connected to the notorious Burning Sun scandal.

Hyuna added to the intrigue by deleting her original comment on the post with Yong Junhyung, where she had written, “Please view us favorably,” a common phrase seeking support. 

stop bringing up dawn the problem isn't that hyuna "downgraded" the problem is that she's associating herself with a SEX CRIMINAL it has nothing at all to do with anyone she dated in the past pic.twitter.com/HdD9xCaIjy

— lena 🍰🍉 (@lesbiandongju) January 18, 2024

This action fueled speculation and raised questions about the nature of their relationship.

So, what’s the deal with the Burning Sun scandal? 

The Burning Sun controversy, often referred to as the Burning Sun Gate, shook the South Korean entertainment world in 2019. 

https://twitter.com/clubfaist/status/1748004422137823618?s=20

It allegedly involved various celebrities, including police officers and K-pop idols like Junhyung and former BIGBANG member Seungri. 

The name “Burning Sun” is derived from the Gangnam nightclub co-owned by Seungri. The scandal implicated several individuals, including club co-owners Lee Seong-hyun, Kang Hyun-sook, Seungri, Lee Moon-ho, and Kim Geon-ho. 

kpop stans really putting difference aside to drag that hyuna lady for dating that burning sun dude 😭 pic.twitter.com/F4nCrynebW

— ੈ✩‧₊˚ (@juniish) January 18, 2024

The nightclub was situated in the basement of Gagnam’s Le Meridien Hotel. The controversy came to light in January 2019 when authorities started investigating the club following reports of staff members assaulting a male patron. 

The scandal reached the public eye when a 29-year-old clubgoer, Kim Sang-kyo, claimed he was attacked by the club’s staff while trying to help a woman who was being s*xually harassed.

The incident initially occurred on November 24, 2018, and it involved allegations of gang r*pes, the dissemination of secretly recorded s*xual videos, and other shocking revelations.

[ notpannchoa ] Yong Junhyung admits in his fancafe that he and Hyuna are dating and asks for fans' supporthttps://t.co/B5kbrSFsdq pic.twitter.com/5vmmv6eQml

— notpannchoa (@notpannchoa2) January 20, 2024

The scandal implicated several celebrities, including  Lee Jong-hyun of CNBLUE, Choi Jonghoon of F.T. Island, and Yong Junhyung of HIGHLIGHT, among others. 

The controversy resurfaced in the wake of Hyuna’s apparent involvement with Junhyung, bringing it back into the spotlight.

hyuna is involved with man who was affiliated with burning sun case, there is a HUGE difference. i need you to be so serious. https://t.co/DvoNZlk0Sk pic.twitter.com/ZS0CNapIfn

— adri (@shozees_) January 18, 2024

As we dig deeper into this complex scandal, it’s important to remember that the Burning Sun case involved a wide range of allegations, including drug abuse, assault, and s*xual offenses. 

The scandal had far-reaching consequences, with some of the biggest names in the K-pop industry facing severe legal issues.

hyuna you stupid bitch this was supposed to be your revival, but you ruined it you stupid stupid woman, i hate you, you dont want happiness or success you want to destroy everything around you and your fans in the process for some dick from a sexual predator you vile woman https://t.co/KrUIv9L8Lo pic.twitter.com/tif2Lps1Dw

— rinnie (@KOSMHOE) January 20, 2024

Junhyung, who was once an active participant in the controversial chatrooms where explicit videos were shared, eventually resigned from HIGHLIGHT and cooperated with the police investigation as a witness in 2019. 

Choi Jonghoon also retired from the entertainment industry after being acquitted in the scandal but later found guilty.

hyuna could get on here and claim that she had no romantic entanglement with that man and that still wouldn't justify her holding hands with him and posting about it pic.twitter.com/93h8Bx0e7x

— ً 💍 (@clubfaist) January 18, 2024

Seungri, the former BIGBANG member, faced multiple charges related to the scandal, including arranging prostitution, compulsive gambling, and illicit foreign exchange trading. 

He accepted a guilty plea and served time in prison, ultimately being released in February 2023.

ningning from aespa has unfollowed hyuna on instagram. pic.twitter.com/3zjcfJT2aj

— kaleb (@ningprodutora) January 20, 2024

Overall, the Burning Sun scandal exposed the misconduct of certain celebrities and raised concerns about police corruption and the illicit activities that took place in the entertainment industry. 

The involvement of well-known figures sent shockwaves through the K-pop community and prompted public outrage.

What do you think of Hyuna dating Yong Junhyung? Do you believe people can change and deserve a second chance? 

Share your opinions in the comments below. 

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Ishita Chatterjee is a full-time entertainment writer and part-time dreamer. Her dreams are populated with questions of whether Disney was right in canceling American Dragon Jake Long or if the DCU will ever reach the heights of the MCU. When she's not thinking about superhero franchises and cartoon characters, she's busy scrolling social media for the latest pop culture trivia or media. Armed with an M. A. in English Literature, she aims to make entertainment journalism fun and frothy. Along the way, she hopes Disney will revive their old-school cartoon shows.

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