Hyeri is facing backlash for being physically affectionate with male co-stars in multiple clips going viral.
An online community post blew up with over 270,000 views after netizens highlighted Hyeri’s repeated touching—leaning, hitting, and other physical contact—with male co-stars throughout her career.
Many felt her physical interactions seemed too effortless. Clips show her freely touching male colleagues on set.
Netizens also pointed out that Hyeri wore dancer Wootae’s hat in Instagram photos, which he reposted. This came amid reports that she is dating Wootae, sparking mixed reactions.
Hyeri’s behavior drew heavy criticism:
“And to think all that was happening while she was dating Ryu Jun Yeol just shows that she truly is man crazy.”
“Despite Hyeri’s behavior, the comments saying it’s not a big deal because she does it to women too are shocking. There are different actions you can take with the same sex and the opposite sex. Don’t most people keep certain boundaries when it comes to the opposite sex? Am I the weird one? That’s what I do. I link arms and kiss and hug my same-sex friends, but with guys, I am careful even with the slightest touch and never get too physical.”
“She likes all these handsome guys, but why are the people she dates all like…”
“Even if that is her personality, it’s true she got a lot of hate during Girl’s Day for it, and she hasn’t changed since then. But to say you didn’t know because that was your personality? It’s only right not to do it anymore if you get that kind of response. Doing it even after seeing the response truly shows how crazy she is about men.”
The situation is gaining traction as netizens weigh in on Hyeri’s public displays of affection and her dating life. No official response has been made.
