Nana and T.O.P, amid "fan deception" controversy, declare "possible love"... "Is a moral scandal a grave mistake?" [Star Issue]

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The public romance between singer-actress Nana (35, real name Im Jin-a) and T.O.P (39, real name Choi Seung-hyun) has sparked controversy from the very beginning.

Previously, on the 2nd of last month, Nana and T.O.P officially acknowledged their romance, becoming a public couple. As they are former members of popular idol groups After School and BIGBANG respectively, intense attention was focused on them.

However, instead of congratulations and support, a fierce "fan deception" controversy struck the pair. In particular, T.O.P's past manner of responding to fans became an issue, leading to the closure of "Choi Seung-hyun.com," a fan site that had been operated for 20 years. On October 10, the management team sent a "de-fan letter" to T.O.P and his agency, stating, "We have determined that we can no longer tolerate T.O.P's and T.O.P Spot Pictures' disregard for reality and evasion of responsibility, as well as their attitude of taking fans' dedication for granted, and therefore we are ending the operation of Choi Seung-hyun.com."

They added, "Contrary to the phrase 'an album for fans,' the stages and communication that fans most wanted and waited for were insufficient. From album promotion and promotions to the practical work involved in fan communication and support, it had relied on the voluntary efforts of personal fan sites," pointing out, "However, this was distorted as 'the actions of fans angry about the romance.' Fans' love and support are not something to be used when needed and ignored when inconvenient."

Ultimately, T.O.P posted an apology letter on his SNS on the 1st. He bowed his head, saying, "I want to convey my sincere feelings to the management team of Choi Seung-hyun.com who have been with me for a long period of 20 years. Even in moments when I could hardly believe in myself, you believed in just one person, me, and always gave me the strength to make music again with your warm hearts and precious support. Thanks to that great heart you sent to me, I was able to come this far. Because I know very well that the interest and love you send are by no means taken for granted, I will live my life holding only gratitude deep in my heart. I sincerely apologize to the management team of Choi Seung-hyun.com and fans who have been misunderstood and hurt because of me."

It seemed as if the fan deception controversy would settle down with this, but T.O.P reignited the controversy by visiting a birthday cafe prepared by fans with his "girlfriend" Nana just one day after releasing the apology letter. As images of them enjoying a public date at the birthday cafe spread, unfavorable gazes such as "insensitive" and "unnecessary" were focused on them. Consequently, the sincerity of the apology letter was also called into question.

This backlash spread to Nana as well, but she did not hold back and responded head-on. On the 5th, she posted a long message on her Instagram story, stating, "For 17 years, in every moment, I have done my work sincerely and given my best."

Nana revealed, "As I am human, there were times when I was emotionally shaken and unstable. But even then, I have never thought lightly of the tasks given to me or failed to fulfill my responsibilities. Over the 17th years, fans who support and encourage me, wishing only for my happiness without asking for anything in return, have appeared by my side. Whether I was actively working a lot or there was a blank period without news, you waited with a consistent heart and encouraged me. I wanted to protect those precious feelings and wished that I could make you happier because of me. That is still the same now."

She continued, "The reason I am writing this post now is because I want to convey something to people who call themselves 'fans' while intentionally writing malicious posts, ignoring my choices and freedom due to my acknowledgment of a public romance. I hope you will calmly reflect on what you want and expect from an entertainer, and from me as Nana."

In particular, Nana asked in return, "I tried to understand all your words and actions, but I do not understand. What great mistake have I made? Have you suffered any damage because of me? Did I cause a moral scandal?"

She pointed out, "To state it precisely, regarding the romance and acknowledging it, it is my personal private life and my life. I do not think it is something I should be sorry for. What I should be sorry for is that people who were not true fans in my mind have been made to receive words of blame and hurt that they did not need to hear, see, or feel because of me. Do not hurt the fans who love and respect Nana as a human being, beyond the framework of an entertainer. Please stop causing harm."

Finally, Nana conveyed, "I am sincerely sorry to the fans who are quietly enduring this. And I will remember the preciousness and gratitude for every word of encouragement sent to me. I will definitely repay you with a good image."

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