In 2016, she made her acting debut with the starring television series Momin’s Room as the role of Lee Moda.

In the post, he claimed that Hyunjoo's departure from April had not been because she wanted to study acting, but because she had been forced out due to being severely bullied by the other members, at one point even attempting suicide.

[3][4][5] DSP Media has denied that any bullying took place, and announced they would be pursuing legal action against Hyunjoo and her family.

[6][7] As a result, April faced heavy backlash, up to and including having members removed from endorsement deals and acting roles.

[8][9] Hyunjoo then posted a statement on her personal Instagram on April 18, 2021, backing the claims of the two netizens who made the accusations.