Rumors that Jiyoung's withdrawal from KARA�may be because of a boyfriend have started to gain traction!

A Japanese newspaper published an article titled, "Does she want to go study abroad because of her boyfriend? Another member leaves KARA.." The article reported, "She had a scandal in October with Gunil, a member of the 6-member group Supernova, who is very popular in Japan."�

She's worked with Gunil before, through 'Rainbow Rose' and for her solo song "Wanna Do". Because Gunil was born in Germany and had studied abroad in England, the article hypothesized that her wanting to study abroad might have to do with his influence. They've also been spotted together at KARA's and Supernova's concerts, and when Jiyoung said "I like paper airplanes", fans found a tattoo of a paper airplane on Gunil's shoulder.

The article said, "Neither labels made any comment on this matter. Gunil has also said suspicious things such as 'Even if I hear rumors about artists that I like, I never hate them', and has declared to stop using Twitter. There are also rumors they dated because Jiyoung fiercely went after him."

However, DSP Media�told TV Daily, "We haven't been able to confirm the news reported in Japan. It's our first time hearing it. So far, we know nothing. We have to confirm it."

Do you think there is any truth to these rumors?