The name Han So Hee is making headlines again. Her admission on a talk show some time ago has drawn attention. The Korean actress claimed to have been accepted to a famous arts college in France but lacked funds for school, so she opted to work first.
Following recent controversies, netizens doubt Han So Hee’s claims about her university acceptance in France. For more details, read the complete fact check below.
1. Han So Hee admitted to being accepted at a prestigious art school in France
portrait of Han So Hee (instagram.com/xeesoxee)Han So Hee appeared on a talk show on Na PD’s YouTube Channel released on January 13, 2024, alongside Park Seo Jeon, her co-star in Gyeongseong Creaturee. So Hee shared stories about her pre-actress struggles.
The My Name (2021) actor claimed acceptance at a renowned arts university in France but lacked funds at the time. Instead, she worked as a pub waiter and freelance model.
Han So Hee pledged to earn enough from the entertainment industry to study in France, ultimately becoming one of Korea’s top actresses.
2. Netizens question Han So Hee’s claims
portrait of Han So Hee (instagram.com/xeesoxee)Recently, netizens questioned Han So Hee’s confession about her acceptance at a top French university. They wonder how Ryu Jun Yeol’s ex-girlfriend was accepted without needing a student visa first.
This suspicion grew stronger when Han So Hee admitted she lacked money in South Korea. Visa requirements demand around $14,000 to $22,000 or more than IDR 200 million in a bank account.
3. Agency confirms Han So Hee’s claim
portrait of Han So Hee (instagram.com/xeesoxee)As doubts persisted, the agency clarified Han So Hee’s statement. On Monday (29/4/2024), 9ato Entertainment confirmed her claims in the following statement:
“It’s true that Han So Hee was accepted into a French school, as she personally claimed on a variety show. We can’t disclose details due to privacy, but everything she mentioned is true. She was on the school’s acceptance list.”
Netizens’ responses varied, with some still questioning and others supporting Han So Hee’s pursuit of art studies. Money is no longer a barrier. What will the actress do next?