PLAYBACK (플레이백) debuted in 2015 with the single “Playback”. Despite strong talent and fan support, the group went inactive by 2018 and unofficially disbanded soon after. Since then, the members have branched into acting, solo music, content creation, and even new careers. Here is what each member is up to now.
Hayoung
Hayoung pursued acting after PLAYBACK, signing first with Management Nangnam and later with O& Entertainment, changing her stage name to Han Na Young. On July 2021, Hayoung signed with Echo Global Group and started using Lee Ha Young her birth name, as her stage name. She appeared in web dramas such as “On the Campus” (2019) and “To My Beautiful Woo Ri.” Recently, she took supporting roles in bigger productions, including “Call It Love” (2023) and the movie “Dead Man” (2024). Hayoung interacts with fans through her SNS platforms including Instagram.
Woolim
After PLAYBACK went on hiatus, Woolim debuted under OD Entertainment through The Pink Lady project girl group. The group debuted in February 2019 with the “God Girl” digital single. She then signed with Lean Branding in May 2021 and released some tracks including “My Dummy Darling” digital single, before the contract ended in January 2025. Woolim has also appeared in some television shows including ‘Immortal Songs 2’ in 2023 as a guest singer. Woolim also keeps up with her fans on her YouTube channel and other SNS channels including Instagram.
Yujin
After PLAYBACK went on hiatus, Yujin signed with FN Entertainment to focus on acting under the name Oh Chae Yi. She went on to star in Kdramas like “Gracious Revenge” (2019) and “Unpredictable Family” (2023). Yujin often interacts with fans through her Instagram page.
Yunji
Yunji has maintained a low profile since PLAYBACK went on hiatus. Based on her SNS feed, she works as an idol trainer. In March 2023, Yunji got married, and some PLAYBACK members reunited to celebrate her wedding. She occasionally posts updates with trainees and PLAYBACK friends on her Instagram page, but otherwise lives a more private life.
Eunjin
Originally removed during pre-debut, Eunjin was added back to PLAYBACK in 2017. After PLAYBACK’s hiatus, she released the “Can Do Nothing” OST for the drama “Touch” (2020). Since then, she’s been less active in mainstream entertainment. She interacts with fans on her Instagram page.
Though PLAYBACK’s group activities died down, each member has found her own path—whether in acting, solo music, mentoring, or personal life. Their story reflects both the struggles of K-pop groups and the resilience of idols who reinvent themselves beyond the stage.
—-Karen Mwenda
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