Knetizens have ignited a storm surrounding Haerin from the popular group Newjeans, after uncovering conflicting statements regarding her dance training history.

The controversy began when a fansign video surfaced wherein Haerin discussed her dance beginnings with a fan, claiming she started learning to dance only after joining her current company.

The pivotal moment occurred during a fancall session on January 20, 2023, where Haerin responded to a fan's inquiry about her dance training.

"I learned to dance for the first time when I joined the company. I also started learning to sing and dance for the first time after joining the company."

-Haerin

However, just days later, on January 31, 2023, a bombshell was dropped when a series of videos emerged from an elementary school dance academy, showcasing Haerin actively participating in dance training during her sixth-grade year.

These videos directly contradicted Haerin's claims made during the fansign event, sparking immediate backlash and scrutiny from fans and netizens alike.

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During a subsequent fansign and livestream hosted by Newjeans on the same day, the controversy reached its peak.

Fans openly discussed having viewed Haerin's elementary school dance videos, causing visible discomfort for Haerin herself.

Witnesses noted her awkward and unnatural expression upon hearing the comments.

SHE SAID AND I OOP- 👁👄👁

— IVE LOVER ⚜ (@wonyoungswifey) January 31, 2023

Further complicating matters, during the group's livestream, fellow members Minji and Hyein inadvertently referenced Haerin's childhood dance training in response to fan comments.

Haerin, visibly embarrassed, attempted to hush Hyein, who promptly apologized.

However, Haerin noticeably ignored the apology, signaling tension within the group dynamic.

In the aftermath of the unfolding controversy, several fanbases swiftly purged all related content, including Haerin's elementary school dance videos, from their platforms.

Cause she know we making all the memes of her sloth dance haha

— 안젤리카 💖 | SUPERNATURAL SOTY (@ScarlettFever86) February 1, 2023

The incident has sparked intense debate within online communities about transparency and honesty in idol disclosures, as fans navigate the implications of Haerin's conflicting statements.

As the situation continues to evolve, Newjeans and Haerin herself have yet to issue an official statement addressing the controversy, leaving fans and observers eagerly awaiting further developments.

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Written by Cassidy Jones.