On July 20, a fan asked Ha Jung-Woo to give her a nickname. Ha Jung-Woo responded with the word “Choi-Eum-Je”, which translates into “aphrodisiac” in Korean, a term referring to substances that improve sexual desire.
Reactions mixed by the public
The comment immediately attracted attention and criticisms. While the fan replied with “I love you”, others expressed discomfort, saying that the joke crossed the line, especially considering that it was aimed at a female fan. A netizen wrote, “This is a term for drugs that increase sexual desire. How can you say” I love you “after hearing it?”
In the end the comment was eliminated, but the accident had already aroused a widespread discussion online. Some Netizen condemned the comment, saying, “This is not witty: it is offensive” AND “It’s not something you say to a female fan.” Others defended the actor, claiming that it was just a joke and that errors can happen during random interactions.
A reputation at risk
Ha Jung-Woo had built a positive image as “master comment” on Instagram, known for intelligent and engaging answers to fans’ comments, often personalizing the nicknames in a humorous way based on the names of the fans. His only fan communication style had previously been praised for his sincerity and charm.
However, this last comment has shown a shadow on his online person, pushing many to question the boundaries of the humor of celebrities.
Imminent projects
Despite the repercussions, he has Jung-Woo will return to television for the first time in 19 years, having confirmed his role in the next TVn drama How to become an owner of a building in Korea.
While the debate continues, the fans and the public in general are looking closely to see if the actor will further face the dispute or if the weather will allow the accident to vanish from memory.
Daum
