The Untold Truth About NEWJEANS Hanni If you thought Hanni was just another rising K-pop star, then you’re in for a big shock. Hanni is arguably the most well-rounded member of NewJeans, leading to her quick rise to fame. But she is now making headlines—and not for the reasons you’d expect. Something just happened in her career that left everyone stunned and it’s causing waves of controversy that no one saw coming. From political scandals to massive backlash over her identity and appearance, there are a few things many don’t understand about Hanni! Let me explain. Hanni was born on October 6, 2004, in Melbourne, Australia, to Vietnamese parents. Her father comes from Ho Chi Minh City, while her mom is from Hanoi. Hanni’s mom even stepped into the whole HYBE versus ADOR drama, which I will talk about in a few minutes.