Back in 2023, fromis_9 member Chaeyoung found herself at the center of a minor “controversy” when a particular detail in one of her social media posts garnered unexpected attention from eagle-eyed fans.
The incident unfolded when Chaeyoung shared a casual photo of herself. The image, taken with an over-the-shoulder view, showed the idol engrossed in doodling. However, in the background of the image, many couldn’t help but notice what appeared to be a vape, sparking a flurry of online discussion.
The sight of a female K-Pop idol seemingly caught with a smoking product is a relatively uncommon occurrence, which naturally led to numerous reactions. Interestingly, a large majority of these reactions were in staunch defense of the idol, with fans emphasizing privacy and personal choices.
Chaeyoung Herself Revisits The Incident
While the initial buzz eventually subsided, the “scandal” was recently brought back into the spotlight by the idol herself during a highly anticipated variety show appearance, much to the surprise and amusement of fans.
Chaeyoung, alongside fellow fromis_9 member Nagyung, is scheduled to appear as the next guests on the popular program *The Trueman Show*, where they will be interviewed by the witty host Lee Yong Jin.
During the exciting preview of their upcoming episode, Chaeyoung bravely and humorously brought up the very topic of her infamous vape incident. She candidly told Lee Yong Jin that she had uploaded a photo and the vape was indeed caught in the background. Adding a new, intriguing detail to the previously known story, she revealed that the incident actually led to her being reached out to internally.
Fans Amused by Candid Revelation
This new piece of information about being “reached out to” adds another layer to the now-humorous saga, hinting at the behind-the-scenes discussions that often follow such public incidents in the tightly-managed K-Pop industry.
I posted a photo, and an e-cigarette happened to be in it. After that, the company that made that e-cigarette kept reaching out to me repeatedly.
— Chaeyoung
Her open confession and the subsequent revelation have delighted fans, who appreciate her honesty and the unexpected candidness regarding a past viral moment.
Fans were greatly amused by her reveal, thoroughly enjoying how randomly and casually she chose to share such an eventful past experience, transforming a past “scandal” into a lighthearted anecdote.
ive been stanning this group for the past eight years and nothing ever prepares me for the next random shit they are going to say https://t.co/UrLEzQdQeN
— ଘ(๑˝̄ ु˘ ˝̄) ु (@mybwis) July 16, 2026
— katryn 🐱 (@stakukat) July 16, 2026
why is fromis the funniest group ever lmfao they have no filter at all https://t.co/uEF4Ihrm6z
Her willingness to address the topic head-on, especially with a new detail, showcases her evolving comfort and maturity in navigating public scrutiny, further endearing her to the flover community.
The anticipation for the full episode of *The Trueman Show* featuring Chaeyoung and Nagyung has only grown, as fans eagerly await more insights into this candid conversation.
