Naun from April denies hidden advertising allegations with KwakTube, stating she participated for free and did not receive payment.

Naun from April denied the suspicion of hidden advertising during her appearance in travel content with popular YouTuber KwakTube (real name: Kwak Jun-bin). On the 23rd, a representative from Naun's agency NAMOO ACTORS stated, "She appeared on the channel for free," and explained, "There was no financial transaction. The travel expenses were fully covered by KwakTube, who produced the content." Prior to this, YouTuber Lee Jin-ho claimed, "KwakTube did not simply travel with Naun out of romantic feelings," asserting that the trip to Rome, Italy was thoroughly planned from the start. In response, a netizen, Mr. A, filed a complaint with the Fair Trade Commission on the 21st, stating that the travel content featuring KwakTube and Naun violated the Display Advertising Law. Mr. A noted, "There are parts where KwakTube speaks as if the content was filmed by chance. However, if Naun traveled to Rome with the permission of her agency NAMOO ACTORS, it would effectively mean she entered into an 'implicit contract' with KwakTube. If they traveled together to create a positive public opinion about Naun, it could constitute false or exaggerated advertising." He continued, "During a meal with Naun, KwakTube expressed, 'I felt like I was causing harm to those who are misunderstood, even though I talked a lot as a victim of school violence.'" He pointed out that if Naun's past incidents were not addressed, KwakTube's statements could enhance her brand value as an actress, qualifying as a recommendation or endorsement under advertising review guidelines. He added, "Celebrities, athletes, webcomic authors, and other 'human service providers' can be subject to the relevant laws," and urged the Fair Trade Commission to thoroughly investigate the 'concept planning suspicion case' involving KwakTube and Naun, recommending strict penalties if illegal activities are found. The issue began with content titled 'My Romantic Week in Italy' released by KwakTube on the 16th, featuring him and Naun traveling together in Rome. In their conversation, KwakTube mentioned, 'When the topic of bullying came up, I became sensitive. I was surprised to see that I blocked you after hearing about the victim and perpetrator, but then I saw an article saying it was different, so I unblocked you. I felt a bit heavy thinking I might have harmed those who are misunderstood.' Naun responded, 'It's disappointing that many people misunderstood me and thought to block me. I was very sad about that.' Naun's group April was embroiled in controversy after former member Hyun-joo revealed she was bullied by other members during their activities. Amid this, KwakTube, who revealed he was a victim of school violence, made comments supporting Naun, leading to continued criticism from netizens. As the debate escalated, KwakTube apologized twice, but the discussion persists. Additionally, on the 17th, the Korean Ministry of Education switched the content he appeared in for the '2024 Anti-Bullying Campaign: Finding Capable Individuals in Class' to private. He also missed the recording of MBN's new variety show 'Jung Hyun-moo Project 2' on the 18th, and on the 23rd, the Busan International Travel Fair announced the cancellation of KwakTube's travel talk concert scheduled for the 28th at 2 PM.