Shin Ji and Husband Moon Won Open Up About Rumors and Social Anxiety

Moon Won, the partner of Koyote member Shin Ji, has publicly detailed his struggles with social anxiety and emotional distress following a period of public controversy. In a series of revelations, Moon Won addressed the mental health challenges he faced and expressed deep regret over the impact his actions had on Shin Ji and their associates.

On September 25, 2025, Moon Won appeared in a video released on Shin Ji’s YouTube channel, How are you?!?. The video, titled I want to talk about things I haven’t been able to say until now, served as a platform for Moon Won to share his experiences with the public and apologize for previous incidents that drew criticism.

Addressing Social Anxiety and Public Criticism

During the appearance, Moon Won confessed that the backlash he received led to significant psychological distress. He stated that he experienced a form of social anxiety he had never encountered before, which resulted in him avoiding other people.

Moon Won attributed much of his recovery to the support of Shin Ji, noting that she provided comfort and help during his period of isolation. He acknowledged that Shin Ji was likely struggling with her own challenges during the same time, expressing gratitude for her steadfastness.

The Form of Address Controversy

A primary source of the public criticism involved a form of address incident during a family meeting with members of the group Koyote. During the meeting, Moon Won referred to Shin Ji—who is seven years his senior—as this friend.

Moon Won explained that his choice of words was a result of inexperience and the intimidating nature of the environment. He admitted that he should have spoken more carefully and thought through his words before speaking.

Since the incident, Moon Won stated that he has learned from the experience and has shifted how he refers to Shin Ji, now calling her his wife.

Revelations Regarding Shin Ji’s Health

The YouTube appearance also touched upon a personal struggle Shin Ji had kept hidden from Moon Won. He revealed that he only recently discovered through a video that Shin Ji had been taking medication to calm her nerves before performing on stage.

Moon Won expressed profound sorrow upon learning this, stating that he felt sorry that she had endured such anxiety without informing him. In response to his distress, Shin Ji reassured him, stating that she took the medication to calm herself and that it was okay.

Impact on the Koyote Group and Agency

Moon Won extended his apologies beyond his partner, acknowledging that the controversies surrounding him had a ripple effect. He expressed regret that his actions negatively affected not only Shin Ji but also the staff at their agency and the other members of Koyote.

He noted that he had tried to take care of Shin Ji to the best of his ability, but recognized that his public mistakes created undue stress for those in their professional and personal circles.

Following these events, the couple has taken a cautious approach to their public appearances. This includes their participation in the program Someone Else’s Precious Family, where Shin Ji has noted that while they are appearing as they are, they remain mindful of the public’s perception and the various ways they have trended in the media.