Actress Ryu Hyo Young has finally addressed the ongoing bullying scandal surrounding her sister, Ryu Hwa Young, previously a member of the popular girl group T-ara. This resurfacing of the controversy has drawn widespread media attention, and the actress felt compelled to speak out.

In a heartfelt Instagram post on November 11th, Ryu Hyo Young explained the circumstances surrounding her prior actions, including the controversial text messages she sent years ago. “At the time, my sister and I were just 20 years old, navigating life in Seoul away from our hometown and without parental guidance. It was a very isolating experience,” she shared.

The actress recounted how Ryu Hwa Young confided in her about the bullying she allegedly faced from T-ara's members. “I felt an overwhelming urge to protect my sister, which led to my regrettable decision to send threatening messages. It was a hasty response to a very alarming situation, and for that, I deeply apologize,” she admitted, alluding to her previous apologies to former T-ara member Ahreum.

The renewed focus on the T-ara bullying allegations comes after a segment featuring Kim Kwang Soo, CEO of MBK Entertainment, aired on MBN's 'Let’s Go Season 3.' He spoke about the tumultuous period in 2012 when these issues first came to light. Despite the years that have passed, many people are still fascinated by the intricate dynamics of the group during that time.

Reports of the messages sent by Ryu Hyo Young included chilling content: “Do it properly if you don’t want to get hit,” “Let’s fight, wait for it,” and “I’ll scratch your face so you can’t go on TV.” She expressed her feelings of helplessness during that period, stating, “In my youth, I was scared my sister might make a drastic decision if I didn’t act to help her.”

On the same television segment, Kim Kwang Soo commented on the situation, claiming he intervened by terminating both Ryu Hwa Young and Hyo Young's contracts to quell the conflict, asserting that T-ara members were innocent in the matter. He mentioned that he was pressured by parents of the group to hold a press conference but resisted because he was concerned about the potential fallout on the young artists' futures.

In a powerful counter, Ryu Hwa Young took to Instagram to affirm her experiences of bullying within the group. 'I was indeed bullied by the members of T-ara,' she wrote, challenging Kim Kwang Soo's portrayal of events. Her post also raised questions about why he chose to address these sensitive topics on air so many years later.

Ryu Hwa Young described the difficult choice she faced when her contract with T-ara ended, revealing, “I had collected substantial evidence of the bullying and could have spoken up. But under pressure from Kim Kwang Soo, I was led to believe staying silent was the best option for my sister’s future. I left without an apology and remained silent for over a decade.”

As the situation unfolds, it's clear that the complexities of this ongoing saga continue to leave a significant impact on those involved. Fans of T-ara eagerly await how this drama might evolve, and many are expressing renewed interest in the history of one of K-pop's most controversial groups. In a world where the truth often remains elusive, will we finally uncover the full reality behind the T-ara bullying allegations? Stay tuned for more updates!