Well-Known Actor Encountering Alleged Racism At Fashion Event Ignites Widespread Outcry

Jung Hae In is facing controversy after a front-row moment at the Dolce & Gabbana Men FW 2026 show.

A video clip surfaced showing him seated between singer Benson Boone and Turkish actor Kerem Bürsin. While the two Western celebrities leaned over and chatted, Jung Hae In appeared stuck in the middle with no interaction.

This sparked outrage online. Netizens called the situation awkward and rude.

Many felt the incident looked like blatant racism. Some pointed to possible language barriers but still criticized the exclusion.

The clip went viral with viewers blasting the two men for ignoring him.

Korean netizens especially called it out as racism.

“So rude…”
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“Those two are doing that on purpose.”
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“This is racism…it’s so blatantly racist it’s ridiculous.”
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“This is absolutely racism…and can those two please close their legs…”
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“Are you allowed to act like that because he can’t speak English? It’s the same racism…why are you trying to divide it?”
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“Is it ok to act like that because you know them? Why are you making excuses like elementary school kids? Of course, you are going to be criticized for acting like that in a social setting. It’s not a place to mingle, but a place of work.”
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The situation is still being discussed widely across social media. No statements from the involved parties yet.