Actor Im Siwan has recently made headlines with a surprising move on his social media.

As of 9 a.m. on April 2, Im Siwan, who boasts 3.73 million followers, is now only following his agency, Plum A&C.

This sudden change has caught fans' attention, especially since he was previously following 87 people, including actor Kim Soo Hyun.

The cleanup of his social media following list took place on April 1, and many online communities noticed the absence of Kim Soo Hyun from the list.

The two actors had formed a close bond while appearing together on MBC’s Good Day variety show as part of the "88s" group.

However, rumors recently surfaced involving Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron in a controversial relationship when they were minors, causing some fans to call for Im Siwan to distance himself from Kim Soo Hyun.

Though it’s unclear if Im Siwan intentionally removed Kim Soo Hyun from his list, fans and netizens have shared mixed reactions. Some believe this was a smart move, while others find it a little awkward that he’s now only following one account. Comments from online communities have included reactions like, “I think this was a smart move” and “He handled it well.”

In other news, Im Siwan has been making headlines for his charitable efforts. Recently, he donated 30 million KRW to help neighbors affected by the wildfire and another 30 million KRW to children impacted by the earthquake in Myanmar. UNICEF Korea confirmed that the funds would be used for emergency relief, including food, water, and education for children in Myanmar.

Im Siwan’s generosity shows his consistent efforts to make a positive impact, as he has been involved in disaster relief work since 2019. He continues to provide support for those in need, including elderly individuals and households affected by disasters. In his statement, he expressed, “I send my small comfort to children who have lost their homes and are suffering at this very moment. I hope everyone stays safe and that there is no further damage.”

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NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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