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South Korean Actress Jiaren’s Sudden Appearance After 5-Year Hiatus
South Korean actress Jiaren, a member of the Brown Eyed Girls group, recently made a surprise appearance at the group’s leader JeA’s 43rd birthday party.
Jiaren had been missing from the public eye for almost 5 years due to her struggles with substance abuse. In 2019, it was revealed that she had been illegally injecting propofol, also known as “milk injections,” to alleviate symptoms of depression and sleep disorders.
Although she claimed to have used the substance for medical purposes, she was still fined 1 million Korean won (approximately NT$26,800) and disappeared from the entertainment industry.

JeA celebrated her 43rd birthday on the 18th and updated photos of her friends, including Jiaren, on social media. Jiaren’s sudden appearance surprised fans, who left messages expressing their joy and well-wishes.
Jiaren’s appearance at the party was a rare sighting, and fans were thrilled to see her looking healthy and happy. Her skin was still radiant, and her short, curly hair added to her beauty.
Fans were emotional upon seeing Jiaren’s photos, with many leaving messages like “I finally saw a beautiful woman” and “I wish I had a good life.”
Jiaren’s struggles with depression and sleep disorders led to her substance abuse, but her recent appearance suggests that she is on the path to recovery.
JeA expressed her gratitude to Jiaren for attending her birthday party, saying, “She suddenly appeared at the birthday party. Thank you, maknae!”
