The only basic answer to the allegations of abuse and abuse of power by the cast of 'I-Land 2' is, "I think it's AI."

While Mnet's 'I-Land 2' was embroiled in suspicions that it abused and abused minor cast members, the production team of 'I-Land 2' gave a general answer without providing an explanation for the allegations.

Staff A, who recently participated in the filming of 'I-Land 2', said, "It was funny to see the PD's attitude toward underage contestants," and said that he abused minor cast members because there was "no tension," and that heating and ventilation were not working properly and " It was claimed that filming was being carried out on a set so dusty that it was reminiscent of 'Dune 3'.

Mr. A also said, "The performers gathered together and said they would go to the bathroom to keep an eye on the production team. The main set was cold because the heating wasn't working properly, so they made them shiver by wearing things that looked like straw as stage costumes."

In response to this, the production team of ‘I-Land 2’ only gave a general answer. Rather than a message confirming or denying the facts related to the suspicion, it was limited to explaining the phenomenon, saying, "We are complying with laws and guidelines and prioritizing the health and safety of cast members."

The production team said, "The set dedicated to 'I Land 2' is equipped with various systems to create a safe environment and is monitored in real time. Air conditioning and heating automatically set the appropriate temperature through a central control system, and the air quality inside the set is regularly monitored through an automatic ventilation system. "We are measuring it," he said, refuting the claim that the environment on the filming set was not good, but there was no feedback on whether there were situations in which suspicions were raised.

The explanation for the cast members’ abuse of power was also the same. The production team said, "All cast members are provided with the necessary rest time during filming, and all staff entering the site are made to pay special attention to their words and actions toward applicants in accordance with the conduct guidelines." The production team will continue to protect the cast and maintain a proper production environment. “I will do my best to create it,” he said.

In response to this explanation, some responded, "So, does that mean there was abuse and abuse of power against the minor performers or not?" and "It feels like talking to AI." The suspicion continues unabated.

Suspicions and criticism about the production environment and the abuse of power by the production team have continued continuously. It is believed that there is room for refutation because there is a large difference in position and subjective opinions may also differ. However, since 'I-Land 2' features underage actors rather than adults, the industry's voice is that more special attention should be paid to this issue. Furthermore, it seems that a detailed explanation of the production of 'I-Land 2' related to this issue is also needed.

Previously, in 2020, Mnet joined hands with Big Hit Chairman Bang Si-hyuk to launch 'I-Land 1', giving birth to the boy group Enhyphen. This time, 'I-Land 2' is planning to release a new girl group in collaboration with The Black Label's Teddy.

Choi Ji-ye, Ten Asia Reporter wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr