Jung Hae-in clarifies umbrella controversy, describing trust with manager and younger brother as 'more than family'

Jung Hae-in revealed his close relationship with his younger brother through a variety show. On the episode of SBS’s ″Whenever There’s a Chance,″ airing on the 18th, Jung Hae-in and Heo Sung-tae appear as ″Chance Friends.″ Jung Hae-in mentioned the airport umbrella photo that became a hot topic online in the past. The photo showed a manager holding a large umbrella over Jung Hae-in at an airport where it was not raining. At the time, it sparked controversy over excessive protocol and accusations of power abuse. Later, it was revealed that the manager was Jung Hae-in’s younger brother, drawing attention to the ordinary daily life between siblings. On the show, Jung Hae-in joked about his brother, saying, ″He’s my assistant made by mom,″ and added, ″He came with me today as well. We always go to the site together.″ When MC Yoo Jae-suk asked about the relationship that combines family and work colleagues, Jung Hae-in said, ″We both put in a lot of effort. Since my brother knows how my work operates, he becomes a great support and help.″ He also expressed deep trust and affection for his brother, saying, ″I think our relationship has now gone beyond family.″ Meanwhile, Jung Hae-in is currently starring in the Netflix series ″My Liberation Notes.″ On the 14th, he was scheduled for a promotional interview for the series, but after his co-star Ha Young became embroiled in controversy over her great-grandfather’s pro-Japanese activities, the interview was canceled, and he reportedly canceled his schedule as well.