Kim Ji-won's Kakaotalk
Today's story, candid and critical. Kim Ji-won, a TenAsia journalist, critiques entertainment industry issues with a discerning eye.
Broadcasting personality Jun Hyun-moo, often referred to as a 'top MC' in the industry, is facing criticism for his recent actions. On Disney+'s 'The War of Destiny 49', he used the term 'stab wound' to describe the scars of a fallen police officer, which many found inappropriate. Although Jun Hyun-moo's agency issued an apology, the public remains disappointed, questioning the sincerity of the apology.
During a mission on 'The War of Destiny 49', where participants had to guess the cause of death of a fallen officer, Jun Hyun-moo repeated a provocative term used by a shaman without filtering it, leading to backlash. Critics argue that more careful language was necessary when discussing the sacrifice of someone who served the nation.
As the controversy grew, his agency stated, "In the process of summarizing the participant's remarks, some words were repeated without sufficient consideration of their appropriateness," and apologized to the deceased and their family. However, Jun Hyun-moo himself has not directly addressed the issue, leading to mixed opinions on his approach to responsibility.
This response contrasts with his past actions. Last year, after making an inappropriate comment to fellow entertainer Park Na-rae during a live broadcast with singer BoA, he personally posted an apology on his social media, which remains undeleted. While he quickly apologized to a colleague, he has remained silent on this matter, which involves a fallen public servant and their family.
Coincidentally, Jun Hyun-moo's recent social media post features a cheerful video of him dancing with a singer, drawing attention. Given his prompt apology to Park Na-rae, this post leaves a sense of disappointment.
Recently, Jun Hyun-moo has been embroiled in multiple controversies, including the 'drunken aunt' incident, causing his credibility to plummet. As a central figure in broadcasting, the public expects him to demonstrate moral sensitivity and responsibility commensurate with his influence.
An insincere apology is harmful. Jun Hyun-moo must recognize the weight of his irresponsible words as an MC. A genuine reflection is demanded from the 'veteran MC' Jun Hyun-moo.
Kim Ji-won, TenAsia Reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr