Nauen's controversial comeback: Former Apink star returns amid bullying scandal; Netizens react
Nauen, who was formerly part of the K-pop girl group Apink, has recently announced that she will be making a comeback.
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The idol-turned-actress had found a huge bout of success in the last few years after shifting her focus to web series, along with music.
However, back in 2020, the actress had received a lot of criticism and backlash after becoming the centre of a bullying scandal. Now, her comeback news is making rounds and is being met with mixed reactions.
Former April's Nauen to make comeback on the small screen
According to reports from thequoo.net, April's Naueun has been cast as one of the characters on the upcoming Korean drama titled 'Eye Shopping'.
The idol-turned-actor has been confirmed to star in the action-thriller series.
Fans and K-netizens share mixed reactions to the news
While fans of the actress had been excited over her comeback, a big majority of netizens have been surprised by her return. The star is facing a lot of backlash over her return due to her bullying scandal.
In 2020, a fellow member of the now disbanded group, April Lee Hyun Joo, had publicly come out and alleged that her fellow members had been involved in bullying her while she was with the group.
Nauen had stated at the time, denying all allegations of bullying, and no legal updates had been shared at the time, though netizens are still divided over her comeback to the acting industry.
One K-netizen commented, 'Please don't let these sorts of kids back on screen. There are so many great rookies out there. Why are they using people like her?' while another shared, 'When did she even take a break? She kept trying to size up a chance to come back'.
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About 'Eye Shopping'
'Eye Shopping' is an action thriller that will see children who seek revenge after surviving the brink of death. Nauen will star and take on the role of Somi, who had been abandoned at an early age and ended up finding herself in a more dark part of the world. Previously, the actress had been known for starring in lighter roles. This K-drama, however, aims to shed light on a new side of the star for the audience.
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