On January 24, ahead of the release of her movie “Black Nuns,” Song Hye-kyo made a flurry of appearances across various TV programs. She broke her mystique by appearing not only on popular variety shows like tvN’s “You Quiz on the Block” but also on web entertainment platforms such as “Fairy Jaehyung.” On the YouTube channel of her close friend Kang Min-kyung, Song Hye-kyo shared her daily life, significantly boosting her public approval. Her honest talk and enduring beauty have received positive responses, especially after her career resurgence in 2023 with Netflix’s “The Glory.”
Song Hye-kyo divorced actor Song Joong-ki in 2019 after two years of marriage. As both were Hallyu stars, their split garnered much attention, but now they are focused on overcoming hardships and concentrating on their careers.
In contrast, Goo Hye-sun, who divorced Ahn Jae-hyun in the same year, has not appeared in dramas as she once did. Instead, she has branched out into various fields, directing films and continuing her studies in scientific journalism at KAIST.
However, her public image remains less favorable. Her divorce was marked by public revelations, which left a bitter aftertaste among many. Recently, Goo Hye-sun faced criticism after wearing a hat during the recording of MBC’s “Radio Star.” She explained that she couldn’t wash her hair due to a broken boiler, and although the producer asked her to remove the hat, she refused. This explanation sparked further criticism, with netizens labeling her actions as inappropriate. Goo Hye-sun responded by defending her actions, stating she valued her freedom.