Yoo Ah In’s Surprise Project Update Ignites Online Backlash
Yoo Ah In is facing backlash over rumors of his comeback.
Director Jang Jae Hyun denied reports that Yoo Ah In would star in his new movie. In a call with Ilgan Sports on December 17, Jang said,
“Reports that Yoo Ah In will star in the new film are not true. Nothing has been decided yet.”
Jang added that Yoo Ah In needs time away from the spotlight.
“The actor said he needs a period of self-reflection, but nothing has been decided yet.”
— Jang Jae Hyun
Industry insiders say Yoo Ah In rejected multiple project offers. The actor wants to take a break to focus on himself.
K-Netizens reacted with strong disappointment, criticizing the film industry for still offering roles to controversial figures.
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Comments include:
- “What’s up with all these Korean directors…are they trying to fight with the viewers? Is it because they are going to fail either way?”
- “I am so disappointed that they sent him offers.”
- “The film industry really wants to flop.”
- “I’m surprised that they sent him an offer.”
- “It’s f*cking annoying that they sent him an offer in the first place.”
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The controversy stems from Yoo Ah In’s propofol and illegal prescription charges, for which he faced trial without detention. The case covers incidents from September 2020 through March 2022.
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