Jung Woo-sung returns after the controversy over illegitimate children: “I did an act of courage”

Acclaimed actor Jung Woo-sung is officially back in the spotlight after a year-long hiatus prompted by a highly publicized paternity controversy. It appeared on November 13 at Disney+ original series Made in Korea press conference, held at the Cinderella Ballroom of the Disneyland Hotel Conference Center in Hong Kong, together with director Woo Min-ho and co-stars Hyun Bin and Woo Do-hwan.

Last year, Jung made headlines when it was revealed that he had fathered a child with model Moon Gabi out of wedlock. While he responded by swearing to “take full responsibility as a father”, the scandal triggered intense media scrutiny. In August, Jung legally married a longtime non-famous partner. Recently, Moon Gabi attracted attention again by revealing her son on social media.

Talking about his decision to participate Made in KoreaJung candidly shared: “When the director first approached me, I thought the role wasn’t right. I thought someone bolder would be better suited. But after reading the script, I asked myself if there was something only I could bring to the role, and I decided to take the plunge.”

Woo Do-hwan cited director Woo Min-ho as the main reason for his involvement, while Hyun Bin praised the gripping script, describing it as “a powerful mix of fiction and real historical context set in the 1970s.” Jung Woo-sung highlighted the series’ unique angle compared to traditional historical dramas: “It explores human desire and survival through a fictional story based on historical fact. The way it portrays extreme loyalty to ambition really sets it apart.”

Made in Korea the premiere is scheduled for December 24th Disney+. Set in the turbulent 1970s, it follows Baek Ki-tae, a man consumed by ambition for power and wealth, and prosecutor Jang Geon-young, who risks everything to stop him. Their confrontation is intertwined in an era-defining incident.

Sources: TV Report, Nate Entertainment

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