K-Pop Star Jiyeon and Ex-Husband Hwang Jae-gyun's Divergent Paths Post-Divorce Spark Public Debate

K-pop singer Jiyeon captivates fans with her unwavering beauty and shares glimpses of her life on social media, despite frequent mentions by her ex-husband, baseball player Hwang Jae-gyun, on various broadcasts.

Recently, Jiyeon updated her personal social media account with several photos, sharing her current status with fans. The contrasting approaches of the former couple following their split have become a hot topic online.

After initiating divorce proceedings, Jiyeon promptly resumed her official activities as a member of the group T-ara, maintaining silence on the specifics of their breakup or her feelings about it.

In contrast, Hwang Jae-gyun has been candidly sharing personal stories on multiple media platforms. On the January 31st episode of MBC's variety show "The Manager," he expressed his desire for children. Additionally, on the YouTube channel "Jjanhyung Shin Dong-yup," released on February 2nd, he mentioned marrying his first love. These revelations have reignited public interest in their past marriage and separation.

Public reactions to their divergent paths are divided. Jiyeon receives praise for her maturity and stunning visuals, with comments like "Her silence shows maturity" and "She remains uniquely beautiful." Conversely, Hwang Jae-gyun faces criticism for frequently discussing topics that remind the public of his ex-wife, with opinions suggesting he should exercise more caution given her celebrity status.

Jiyeon and Hwang Jae-gyun married in December 2022 amid significant public interest but parted ways in October last year, just two years into their marriage.

By Min-kyung Lee, TenAsia Reporter 2min_ror@tenasia.co.kr