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Singer Lyn denies rumors of being a strict disciplinarian in the music industry
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Singer Lyn denies rumors of being a strict disciplinarian in the music industry

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Singer Lyn denied rumors that she was a strict disciplinarian among junior artists in the music industry.
  • Lyn stated she never personally reprimanded junior singers, but advised their agency CEO to encourage better greetings.
  • Fellow artist Hwang Chi-yeul recalled Lyn treating him kindly when they first met.

Singer Lyn has addressed persistent rumors that she acted as a strict disciplinarian within the K-pop industry, asserting that she never personally disciplined junior artists.

Appearing on the SBS show 'My Little Old Boy,' Lyn, along with Hwang Chi-yeul and Jo Jin-se, discussed industry dynamics. Hwang Chi-yeul recounted his first encounter with Lyn in 2007, mentioning he had heard rumors about her being intimidating.

I heard rumors that you were very scary. They said you would scold junior artists if they lacked manners or acted arrogant.

โ€” Hwang Chi-yeulRecalling rumors about Lyn's strictness when they first met.

"I heard rumors that you were very scary," Hwang Chi-yeul told Lyn. "They said you would scold junior artists if they lacked manners or acted arrogant."

I have never once scolded a junior artist. I directly told the CEO, 'It would be good if they greeted people properly,' before they got into trouble elsewhere.

โ€” LynDenying rumors of personally scolding junior artists and explaining her approach.

Lyn clarified her stance, stating, "I have never once scolded a junior artist. I directly told the CEO, 'It would be good if they greeted people properly,' before they got into trouble elsewhere."

Hwang Chi-yeul expressed gratitude, recalling that Lyn had been welcoming and kind to him when they first met. Lyn reciprocated the compliment, praising Hwang Chi-yeul as someone who is well-liked by his colleagues for being funny, cheerful, and talented.

You were very welcoming and kind to me back then. Thank you.

โ€” Hwang Chi-yeulExpressing gratitude to Lyn for her past kindness.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.