AKMU's Lee Su-hyun has clarified her remarks after facing criticism for allegedly giving a harsh review of the viral dessert Hanjeongseon.
Lee appeared in a video released on Oct. 24 on the YouTube channel "Meong Coach," where she discussed her recent review of the dessert that has attracted widespread attention.
Earlier, Lee posted a video on her own YouTube channel showing herself trying Hanjeongseon rice cake. Before tasting it, she said, "I've really wanted to try this." After taking a bite, she gave her honest opinion, saying, "It's tasty, but I'm not sure it's worth waiting in line for three hours. It wasn't that special. Maybe it's because I don't like desserts."
Her comments subsequently went viral online. Her candid assessment of the popular dessert drew attention, with some viewers interpreting it as a harsh review.
Lee also expressed regret that her remarks had been perceived as overly critical. "That wasn't what I meant, so I felt upset," she said, adding, "I'm sorry, Hanjeongseon. That's not what I meant." / Screenshot from YouTube channel "Meong Coach"
Lee directly addressed the controversy in the "Meong Coach" video. "My fans all know that I don't really like sweets. I don't particularly like rice cakes, either," she said, explaining her usual taste preferences.
"Even so, I wanted to try it. When I did, I found it tasty. It just wasn't an entirely new or extraordinary flavor," she added. Lee also said that the staff members who shared the dessert with her had enjoyed it.
Lee expressed regret that her comments had been interpreted as a harsh review. "That wasn't what I meant, so I felt upset," she said, adding, "I'm sorry, Hanjeongseon. That's not what I meant."
Meanwhile, Lee performed at AKMU's concert "The Rumored Paradise," held at KSPO Dome in Seoul's Olympic Park from Oct. 9 to 11.
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