“Ryu Jun Yeol Is A Coward” — Netizens Angry With The Actor Following His Dating Scandal With Han So Hee

Ryu Jun Yeol and Han So Hee‘s relationship quickly spiraled into a scandal after fans discovered Girl’s Day‘s Hyeri‘s involvement in it. After their “romantic getaway” in Hawaii was exposed, the couple found themselves at the center of a public spectacle. However, it’s Ryu’s response — or rather, the lack of one — that has ignited fury among fans and netizens, especially on the international front.

Ryu Jun Yeol’s recent return from Hawaii was marked by an attempt to remain as inconspicuous as possible. Dressed in a manner that shielded most of his face and body from the public eye, the actor rushed through the airport without uttering a single word about the swirling rumors. This silent treatment continued, according to many fans, leaving the women involved to fend for themselves in the court of public opinion.

Korean men never beating the cowards allegations https://t.co/42vGtUnIF2

— haru (@lisarenity) March 17, 2024

Both Han So Hee and Hyeri have addressed the situation head-on through their personal accounts. Their statements, which ranged from direct acknowledgments to explanations, provided fodder for public discussion, yet Ryu remained conspicuously silent.

The decision to let his agency handle the communications about his new relationship, coupled with a stern warning of legal action against malicious commenters, did little to quell the rising dissatisfaction. Fans and netizens, particularly the international audience, have branded Ryu a “coward,” criticizing his passive approach to a situation that heavily involves him.

Viral tweets have condemned Ryu for his silence, accusing him of letting both women bear the brunt of the backlash.

the fact that hyeri clarified the issue and, in effect, also cleared sohee's name just shows how much of a useless coward ryu junyeol is. both women are apologizing left and right, while he's done nothing to de-escalate the situation and take the heat off his ex and current gf https://t.co/1H8kYSSNaG

— r a f a (@storm1eweather) March 18, 2024

it’s been two days but that man could’ve even come up with an official statement which literally clears all the misunderstandings and rumours related to his relationship with his current girlfriend. the amount of hate both women got is insane while this man got NOTHING.

— desiburgerbacha (@shortiekiddo28) March 18, 2024

Critics argue that Ryu’s actions—or lack thereof—have inadvertently placed undue pressure on both Han So Hee and Hyeri, forcing them into positions where they must publicly navigate the fallout of his decisions.

realise how ryu junyeol keep silent all the time like it always the women putting themselves as a front shield whereas men are just being coward and just watching things unfold quietly https://t.co/7jPFobWevc

— s | karina best girl (@aespalogist) March 16, 2024

hyeri apologized for the expressing her feelings and sadness, sohee apologized for reacting and defending herself but where is that man’s apology for being an ugly ogre and a coward? bc as far as I’m concerned, that’s still a bigger crime but maybe that’s just me pic.twitter.com/Ar0yuwgPKv

— sé (@rozayswaist) March 18, 2024

As the drama unfolds, the court of public opinion remains divided. Some advocate for privacy and understanding, citing the immense pressure celebrities face. Others, however, see Ryu’s silence as a failure to stand in solidarity with the women caught up in the narrative—a silence that speaks volumes in the eyes of his critics.