Hanni explained the reason for her appearance change… From her first appearance, without makeup, "I wanted to be comforted as my true self."
Hanni, a former member of EXID, shared her genuine feelings behind her changed appearance and natural look through the program "Oh Eun-young Stay."
The fourth episode of MBN's 30th anniversary comfort project "Oh Eun-young Stay," aired on the 14th, depicted participants sharing their wounds and providing each other comfort.
On that day, Hanni drew attention by appearing without even basic makeup. From her first appearance, she conveyed her sincere wish to "want to be comforted as I am right now."
Hanni named "sensitivity" as her keyword, confessing that she has been overly concerned about others' feelings since she was young, feeling responsible for them. "Before my debut, I only had to pay attention to my mom and close people, but after becoming a celebrity, I became too aware of the gazes of many people," she reflected on how she had tried to rigorously control her external appearance.
She continued, "These days, I'm gradually letting go of that control," sharing her process of accepting life as it is. Dr. Oh Eun-young noted, "We miss the sensitivity we truly need to pay attention to and only focus on the sensitivity regarding outcomes. If you make a mistake, you can bow your head and be sensitive. It's okay too."
Hanni expressed, "I want to have the courage to be disliked. The words I shared today have become the beginning of my change," noting that it was the moment she finally let go of the weight she had been carrying alone. Her heartfelt statement, "I decided to live like this, and it gives me real strength that Dr. Oh Eun-young encouraged me to live this way," resonated with many.
At the end of the broadcast, Hanni sang her song "I Am Firefly." Like the lyrics "It's okay, because I will shine," she also began her journey to rediscover her light. Hanni's choice to prioritize inner healing over external glamour left a deep impact on the viewers.
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