Nana Faces Renewed Backlash Over Past Remark About Male Idol Amid T.O.P Dating News

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Nana has found herself at the center of renewed online criticism following the confirmation of her relationship with former BIGBANG member T.O.P.

As news of the couple’s romance spread, an old comment Nana made about a male idol resurfaced online, prompting some netizens to question her past remarks.

On October 2, Nana and T.O.P’s agencies confirmed that the two stars are currently dating.

Their agencies explained that the pair first became acquainted while filming T.O.P’s music video and eventually developed a romantic relationship around June.

Nana also personally addressed fans following the news, writing that she was surprised and embarrassed before adding that they would “date beautifully and healthily.”

Following the confirmation, attention turned toward a comment Nana made in 2025 involving THE BOYZ’s Sunwoo.

The resurfaced remarks have sparked a new wave of discussion online, with some users comparing her criticism of Sunwoo’s behavior with T.O.P’s past.

Nana’s Past Comments About Sunwoo Resurface

In April 2025, Nana attracted attention after commenting on a viral video involving Sunwoo.

The footage showed the THE BOYZ member dropping his AirPods after a radio schedule, while a security guard picked them up and handed them back to him.

Nana reacted to the clip by saying,

“He should be scolded,” and added that the behavior appeared disrespectful and shocking to her.

Her comments subsequently became controversial, with some people arguing that she had judged Sunwoo based on a short video.

Nana later addressed the backlash herself. She explained that she had been surprised by the amount of criticism directed toward her and stressed that she was reacting to what she saw in the particular video rather than making a judgment about Sunwoo as a person.

She also acknowledged that she could have misunderstood the situation after only seeing a brief clip.

Sunwoo, meanwhile, explained that he had initially been confused about what had fallen and later clarified that he had thanked the person who returned his AirPods.

Despite the explanation from both sides, Nana’s old comments have resurfaced once again following the confirmation of her relationship with T.O.P.

Nana and T.O.P are dating (Photo via Instagram)

Netizens Debate Nana’s Remarks Following T.O.P Romance Confirmation

Some online users criticized Nana after her relationship with T.O.P became public, arguing that her previous comments about Sunwoo were inconsistent with her decision to date T.O.P.

Others pushed back against the comparison, pointing out that criticizing someone’s behavior in a particular situation and choosing a romantic partner are separate matters.

The discussion has also brought renewed attention to T.O.P’s past legal case involving marijuana use.

He received a suspended prison sentence and a fine at the time, and his probation period has since ended.

He has continued his entertainment career, including appearances in Squid Game 2 and solo music activities.

Meanwhile, Nana and T.O.P have openly acknowledged their relationship.

According to their agencies, they first connected through the filming of T.O.P’s music video before becoming romantically involved several months later.

As the dating news continues to generate discussion, Nana’s earlier remarks have become part of the wider online conversation.

However, reactions remain divided, with some netizens criticizing her past comments while others argue that the two situations should not be treated as equivalent.

For now, Nana and T.O.P appear to be focusing on their relationship and respective careers, having publicly confirmed their romance after months of dating.

Verified since 2022 Senior Content Writer

Jung Min-gyu is a Senior Content Writer at OtakuKart specializing in K-pop market analytics and fan culture dynamics. He tracks digital streaming metrics, social engagement patterns, and international chart performance, frequently reporting on survival shows, trainee systems, and cross-border collaborations.

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