Netizens believed he had no respect for the victim.
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Second SPOTV Newsactor Kim Jung Hyun he personally apologized for his actions moving forward to “2024 KBS Drama Awards,” which were held privately and will be pre-recorded and broadcast later.
In 2018, he sparked controversy by refusing intimate scenes with his co-star, Seohyun from Girls’ GenerationIn the MBC K-Drama Time.
After tweets criticized the actor for his late and selfish apology, fans quickly realized it was related to his past scandal.
What the hell was Kim Jung-hyun thinking when he apologized to Seohyun, who was watching MC, during his acceptance speech? Haha, my plan is to just come down and clap, and I have to move on, but it’s surprising that the other person who suddenly mentioned something personal isn’t thinking at all, Haha, this is the first time I’ve seen such a thing I make slow, selfish apologies.
— 해 (@aboutloveknot) December 31, 2024
What was Kim Jung Hyun thinking when he apologized to Seohyun, who was hosting him, during his acceptance speech? LOL. For him, it may have been an event he can forget about once he gets off the stage. But for Seohyun, she has to continue hosting. He didn’t consider for a second the effect that bringing up a personal matter might have on her. Very impressive, LOL. I have never seen such a belated and selfish apology.
— @aboutloveknot/X
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Although fans who attended the pre-taping of the show confirmed what he said on stage, discord over what was said continued among fans.
Six years after the incident, he personally apologized on stage at the awards ceremony. Second SPOTV NEWS, although he did not specify any names, he stated, “I reflect on many things. My heart has been heavy for a long time. I wanted to apologize.”
Korean netizens felt that it was disrespectful to this issue even until the end.
- “Public apology only after six years…should have done it sooner.”
- “His apology is even violent.”
- “He is rude to the end.”
- “He is so rude and has not an ounce of respect for the victim. This is just his level as a person.
- “His attitude hasn’t changed then or now.”
Although he has made statements and apologized for his mistakes, this is the first time he has apologized in person at an official event. With this, the focus is on whether the apology will be broadcast.
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