Broadcaster Hong Jin Kyung's daughter Rael showed tears after being hurt by malicious comments over a "editing controversy," and supportive voices have continued online.
Earlier, as Rael's photos spread mainly on online communities, reactions such as "she looks unrecognizable" emerged along with suspicions of plastic surgery. Hong Jin Kyung later clarified on social media that it was a "before-and-after editing difference," attempting to settle the controversy.
Later, on the 26th through Hong Jin Kyung's YouTube channel, her daughter Rael made her first emotional confession, saying "there were so many malicious comments" and ultimately breaking into tears. When the producers asked, "Were you wronged?" she replied, "Yes," and conveyed how difficult she had felt.
Regarding the post-editing controversy, Rael complained that "the TikTok video did not have additional editing applied; I used the basic filter" and said, "filters are a function anyone can use, so I don't know why it's a problem." In particular, Rael also reacted cutely, saying, "If I use editing, that company also makes a living."
Hong Jin Kyung advised, "You have to be careful with social media," while comforting her daughter, "I understand how you feel."
Because her mother is a celebrity, she told her to be cautious, but since she is at an age to happily share with friends on social media, voices saying they understand Rael's feelings continued. Netizens showed support for Hong Jin Kyung's daughter, saying, "Everything Rael said is right."
After this video, online comments have continued with support for Rael, saying, "It must have been hard to handle at such a young age," and "Malicious comments should be restrained."
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