Are you trying to come back?'..Lee Hwi-jae, Gina, and those who are obsessed with hate [★FOCUS]

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Are you thinking about returning.

Those who left the entertainment industry after being criticized by the public are aiming to make a comeback again. But how many members of the public would welcome them.

Recently, four years after Lee Hwi-jae left Korea, he returned to Korea and filmed a broadcast, becoming a hot potato again. Lee Hwi-jae participated in the recording of KBS 2TV's "Immortal Songs" on the 16th, which was decorated with a special feature of the "2026 Entertainment Music Awards." His broadcasting activities came about four years after he left the KBS 2TV entertainment information program "Yonnyeon Live" in April 2022.

In the trailer for "Immortal Songs," which will be broadcast on the 26th, Lee Hwi-jae made a surprise appearance at the "2026 Entertainment World King's Fair," drawing attention. Lee Hwi-jae appeared on stage in a suit and looked very nervous.

Standing in front of the camera for the first time in four years, Lee Hwi-jae said, "Yes, let's say hello. Nice to meet you. I'm Lee Hwi-jae," he said. At the same time, he appeared on stage with tears in his eyes and holding back his tears.

Upon hearing the news of Lee Hwi-jae's return to the show, broadcaster Sayuri said, "I missed you," adding, "The brother I know was like a neighborhood brother who was warm and caring, took good care of the cast, and was not arrogant at all. "It breaks my heart whenever I see comments that people who I don't know or meet in person say as if they all know my brother's personality," he said, publicly supporting.

Comedian Yoon Hyung-bin also said, "I may not know everything, but at least the senior I've always seen is a really good person. Since so many people say that, I wonder if there's anything I don't know, he said. "But the senior I saw in private and on the show was a really good person. Please support me," he wrote, cheering for Lee Hwi-jae.

Despite the support of some acquaintances of Lee Hwi-jae, the public's response is still cold. Netizens said, "Why do you invite someone with a bad personality when there are so many celebrities?" "Why do you make controversial things?" and "Why do you want to come out even when you're criticized?" They responded, "Just live quietly," "The PD shook hands," and "Please understand the atmosphere."

At one point, Lee Hwi-jae was a top MC. However, he was embroiled in controversy over the noise conflict between neighbors and the suspicion of "eat and run" for toys at the amusement park surrounding his wife Moon Jung-won. The method of progress shown at past entertainment shows and award ceremonies was also on the cutting board.

Since then, Lee Hwi-jae has suspended his activities after "Live Throughout the Year" in 2022, and it was revealed that he left for Canada with his family, raising rumors of retirement. It is said that Lee Hwi-jae has been living in and out of Korea and Canada.

The return angle of singer Gina, who was punished for away prostitution, attracts attention. Gina has resumed her SNS since last year and has been continuously showing her in her music studio recently.

Gina also posted a short video with the phrase "2am. madness," which shows her humming the song that passes. In addition, the laptop next to Gina, who writes something in her notebook, caught the eye as it contained a screen of her working on music.

Gina debuted in 2010 with "I'll Turn You Off, Live Well" and made hits such as "Black & White" and "Top Girl" and was active as a female solo artist.

However, he was fined 2 million won in 2016 for away prostitution and suspended his activities. Gina denied the allegations at the time, but the public still cast doubt on him after seeing the court's ruling.

After leaving a meaningful post in 2024, saying, "Hello, Goodby, world," Gina suddenly deleted the post, causing concern. She resumed her SNS activities and shared her recent status.

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