"If Su-jin had been here..." Members missed Park Su-jin, who is now relayed through Kim Sung-eun's update, provoking a 'hot reaction'
Amid the heartfelt gathering of the 'Sugar' group members singing together for the first time in 20 years, the longing for member Park Su-jin is evident everywhere, evoking deep emotions among fans.
In the March broadcast of the SBS Plus and E Channel joint entertainment program 'Solo,' Hwang Jung-eum, Ayumi, and Yuk Hye-seung gathered to hold a 'Sugar New Year's party,' revealing their performance on stage after about 20 years, garnering significant attention. The three on stage were overwhelmed as they sang old songs, and that emotion was transmitted to the viewers.
Hwang Jung-eum expressed, "I am thankful to have friends I've been with for 23 years. The fact that we can gather immediately when we call is touching," conveying her deep emotions. Ayumi also reflected, "I almost cried. It was so overwhelming to see their old faces overlapping with the present."
However, Park Su-jin was unable to join this gathering. Ayumi expressed her disappointment, saying, "It would have been nice if Su-jin had been here... but she is overseas," while Hwang Jung-eum conveyed her recent news, stating, "She is doing well raising her kids in Hawaii." At that time, Ayumi even left heartfelt hashtags on her SNS saying, "#IReallyMissSu-jin" and "#TheDayOurWooriNetMetIsExactlyAtTheKaraoke," touching the hearts of fans.
Did they know how the members felt? Recently, Park Su-jin's longtime friend Kim Sung-eun surprised fans by sharing a recent update about Park Su-jin on her SNS. Kim Sung-eun posted a photo of Park Su-jin working out at a Pilates studio with the caption, "My workout mate, my best friend Su."
In the photo, Park Su-jin, dressed in black sportswear with long hair, showcased a smooth physique without any excess weight, along with her still innocent visuals. Her beauty reminiscent of her idol days, along with a graceful and elegant atmosphere, led to reactions that she looks "truly like a ballerina." Internet users also showed explosive interest, commenting, "I really want to see the complete Sugar," "Su-jin is still so beautiful," "Even in Hawaii, her goddess visuals are stunning," and "Seeing how the members miss each other shows true friendship," among other enthusiastic responses.
Park Su-jin became a mother of two children after marrying Bae Yong-joon in 2015. She paused her activities due to controversy surrounding special treatment at the time of her second childbirth, and thereafter rumors of moving to Hawaii and retiring from the entertainment industry emerged. In fact, it is reported that the couple, Park Su-jin and Bae Yong-joon, reside in Hawaii for their children's education.
Although she could not be at the 'Sugar' New Year's party, the genuine longing of her members and the support from fans have made Park Su-jin's current situation resonate even more. Recently, amid the active reunions of first-generation idols, fans are increasingly hopeful about whether the four of them can one day perform together again as 'complete Sugar.'
[Photo source] OSEN DB, Solo
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