One month after giving birth to her second child, controversy erupts around Lee Ha-nui…netizens have mixed reactions
Actress Lee Ha-nui gave birth to her second daughter healthy, but the joy was short-lived as a controversy immediately surfaced, weighing heavily on fans' hearts.
On Aug. 25, her agency Team Hope said, "Actress Lee Ha-nui gave birth to a daughter on the 24th. Both the mother and the child are healthy and recovering surrounded by family's love," and "we are grateful to everyone who offered prayers and support."
Lee Ha-nui married a non-celebrity husband in 2021 and had her first daughter the following year, and this time she embraced a second daughter to become the mother of two. In particular, she drew attention by attending the Netflix series "Aema" production presentation while heavily pregnant just three days before giving birth, showing the professionalism of an actor.
But the celebratory mood was short-lived. Today, on the 22nd, about a month later, it was revealed that Hope Project, the agency established by Lee Ha-nui, had been operating without registration for public culture and arts planning business, sparking controversy.
Under current law, operating a planning business without registration can result in up to two years in prison or a fine of up to 20 million won. In response, Lee Ha-nui's side explained, "We failed to fully recognize the registration obligation," and added, "We will seek expert advice and promptly complete the procedures."
Netizens' reactions are also heated. Some said, "What is this happening one month after giving birth," "These days entertainers' one-person agencies keep being exposed for illegal operation," and raised critical voices such as, "The law must be followed," and "With an actor's influence comes responsibility."
An unexpected controversy arose at the same time as the great blessing of giving birth to a second child. Attention is focused on how Lee Ha-nui will handle the situation going forward and return to the public as an actor.
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