Singer and actor Park Yoochun has spoken out publicly amid renewed speculation following the recent arrest of his former fiancée Hwang Hana.
On January 22, Park Yoochun posted a message in Japanese on his personal social media account addressing circulating rumors.
“There are too many stories I have never thought about or said,” he wrote. “Some of the things I heard today were shocking. Please only believe what I personally say.”
Statement Comes After Hwang Hana’s Recent Arrest
Park’s message drew attention as it was posted shortly after reports confirmed that Hwang Hana had been detained again on charges related to violations of the Narcotics Control Act.
During the investigation process, claims surfaced online suggesting that several celebrities’ names had been mentioned in connection with the case, triggering widespread speculation across social media and online communities.
Although no official confirmation linked Park Yoochun to the current case, his past history with Hwang Hana led to renewed public attention.
Past Drug Case Continues to Follow Park Yoochun
In 2019, Park Yoochun was charged with using illegal drugs together with Hwang Hana. He was later sentenced to 10 months in prison, suspended for two years, after test results confirmed drug use.
At the time, Park had held a press conference denying the allegations and publicly stating that he would retire from the entertainment industry if the claims proved true. After the court ruling, he announced retirement but later resumed activities overseas.
Since then, Park has mainly focused on fan meetings and performances in Japan and Thailand, while his domestic activities in Korea have remained largely suspended due to contract disputes, tax controversies, and ongoing criticism.
Recent Legal Issues Settled, But Public Scrutiny Remains
Earlier this year, reports confirmed that Park had reached a settlement in a damages lawsuit with his former agency.
However, he has rarely addressed the many controversies surrounding him in recent years, leading to continued public debate and divided opinions.
With his latest social media post, Park appears to be urging fans and the public to rely only on his official statements rather than online speculation.
Mixed Reactions From the Public
Following the post, online reactions have been mixed.
Some fans expressed support for Park’s request to avoid rumors, while others questioned the timing of his statement given his past involvement in related scandals.
As speculation continues, attention remains focused on whether Park Yoochun will provide further clarification regarding the situation.