ENHYPEN's Ni-Ki sparked controversy when he expressed envy about the day off on March 1st Independence Movement Day in Korea.

As a Japanese member, his comment led to disappointment among some Korean netizens, who felt it was inappropriate for him to express envy about a holiday tied to Korea's struggle against Japanese rule.

Some called for education on Korean history, while others acknowledged his foreigner status and lack of understanding.

The incident raised discussions about cultural sensitivity and the need for idols to be informed about historical contexts.

ENHYPEN's Ni-Ki sparked controversy when he expressed envy about the day off on March 1st Independence Movement Day in Korea. As a Japanese member, his comment led to disappointment among some Korean netizens, who felt it was inappropriate for him to express envy about a holiday tied to Korea's struggle against Japanese rule.

Some called for education on Korean history, while others acknowledged his foreigner status and lack of understanding. The incident raised discussions about cultural sensitivity and the need for idols to be informed about historical contexts.

Some Korean netizens expressed disappointment with Ni-Ki's response and wrote, "It makes me angry that a Japanese person is 'envious' about having the day off on the March 1st Independence Movement Day," "If you want to promote in Korea, I think he needs to take some history lessons," "HYBE, you should educate your foreign idols on Korean history," "He should really think before he comments," "If he's not educated at least get some lessons," and "Wow if you're that envious, do you want to be forcibly annexed by another country like us?" Other netizens commented, "He's a foreigner so it's natural he doesn't know," and "He might not understand the significance since he's not Korean."

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Ahn Yujin of IVE recently shared an incredibly sweet story about giving her father a special gift, all thanks to her experiences on a variety show.

On May 2, Ahn Yujin appeared on the YouTube channel Channel Fifteen Night during a spring outing with PD Na Young Seok, which was part of the Earth Arcade variety show. During the outing, Ahn Yujin grabbed attention when she got into a Mercedes-Benz car. PD Na Young Seok made a lighthearted comment, saying, "My wife also drives a Mercedes. This one is just the chubbier version of that car."

It turns out that Ahn Yujin had recently passed her driving test and had her first driving experience on the Earth Arcade spin-off Jiraki’s Ttitti Bang Bang. In a later episode of Earth Arcade 3, she even took first place in a parking challenge, which helped boost her popularity even more.

Her driving scenes, especially in the Mercedes-Benz, grabbed the spotlight, with Na PD revealing that the car brand reached out to the show afterward.

Ahn Yujin then shared an emotional story: "My father watched that episode and said he wanted to drive the same model of car," she said. "So, I changed his car for him. A Mercedes!" Her heartfelt gesture left the other cast members amazed.

Born in 2003, Ahn Yujin has been making waves as the leader of IVE, one of the most popular K-pop groups. Known for her stunning looks, powerful vocals, impressive performances, and versatile variety skills, she continues to prove herself as an all-around idol with extraordinary talent.

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