‘Criminal record’ Hwang Young-woong, ‘Burning Trotman’ begs for forgiveness

“Please forgive me for my past shortcomings. And please give me the opportunity to reflect on the past and change into a better person.”

Singer Hwang Young-woong, who appears on MBN's 'Burning Trotman', opened his mouth for only three days following the revelation that he had a history of assault. It was an acknowledgment, not a denial. Hwang Young-woong apologizes, saying he regrets and is reflecting on the past. However, there was no position on leaving 'Burning Trotman'. In the end, I am determined to appear in the finals of 'Burning Trotman' on the 28th. Meanwhile, Hwang Young-woong repeatedly asked for forgiveness.

Hwang Young-woong made an official statement on the afternoon of the 25th, saying, "I deeply apologize to those who have suffered damage due to my shortcomings and mistakes."

Hwang Young-woong then said, "As I have become an adult, I have looked back on things that happened in the past and have regretted and reflected on them. It is with regret and a heavy heart that I have to apologize now. I "I am truly sorry for hurting a friend who was close to me." “I will meet with you to express my apologies and ask for forgiveness. And I would like to express my deepest apologies to the many people who have suffered inconvenience and damage due to my wanderings and mistakes,” he said, appealing for forgiveness for his. shortcomings and mistakes.

At the same time, Hwang Young-woong said, "Although the mistakes of the past are heavy, I have the will to live a new life. I have worked at a factory for several years since my mid-20s and learned to live a sincere life. And I started singing again, which was my childhood dream, and started singing 'Burning'. “I also appeared on 'Trotman.' I desperately wanted to sing, and I wanted to reflect on my past and try to become a good member of society,” he said.

Hwang Young-woong was in fear and pain at every moment while recording the broadcast. He said, “Even at this very moment, I want to put everything aside and disappear,” but added, “I muster the courage to publicly apologize on behalf of my mother, who has lived her entire life taking care of her poor son, and my grandmother who took care of me on behalf of my mother, who is the breadwinner. “He bowed his head.

Hwang Young-woong, who asked for a chance to reflect on the past and change into a better person, repeatedly said, "Please forgive me for my past shortcomings. And please allow me to become a good member of society and a person who can contribute through my new life of singing." He said.

The production team of 'Burning Trotman' also made an official statement on the day, saying, “There was prior confirmation and pledge in selecting the performers, but we apologize for the fact that an unfortunate situation occurred due to realistic limitations.” Hwang Young-woong was summarily indicted by the prosecution in 2016. He admitted, “I was fined 500,000 won.”

However, “We have confirmed that there are different facts in the content raised, and it is thought that there may be unfair aspects,” he said. “Hwang Young-woong is fully apologizing for all his mistakes and shortcomings, and apologizes for not confessing his past mistakes first.” “I am sorry for this,” he explained.

Previously, suspicions arose that Hwang Young-woong had a record of being accused of assault and causing injury in the past. On the 22nd, Hwang Young-woong was pointed out by anonymous Mr. A as the perpetrator of the assault. Mr. A revealed that he was suddenly assaulted after refusing Hwang Young-woong's request to drink more alcohol during his birthday party, and that he is still suffering from aftereffects such as distorted teeth.

Mr. A sued Hwang Young-woong on charges of injury, and Hwang Young-woong also counter-sued Mr. A on charges of assault on both sides. Afterwards, Mr. A reached an agreement with Hwang Young-woong for 3 million won, including treatment costs, but Hwang Young-woong did not make any apology, and Mr. A said that he is still suffering from the aftereffects of Hwang Young-woong's assault.

As the controversy grew, Hwang Young-woong's second revelation came out. The story is about people who carve irezumi, also known as the 'Yakuza tattoo', and commit violent acts. In addition, the complaint that was completed by the Ulsan District Prosecutors' Office on March 4, 2016 was also made public.

This controversy, 'Burning Trotman' did not announce its position on Hwang Young-woong's departure. Rather, the 'Burning Trotman' TOP8 special show, which was pre-recorded on the 24th, was also broadcast as scheduled. Neither Hwang Young-woong nor the production team of 'Burning Trotman' have any intention of leaving the show.

Hwang Young-woong has already finished recording the finals of 'Burning Trotman'. Attention is being paid to whether Hwang Young-woong, who begs for forgiveness without leaving, will appear live in the finals of 'Burning Trotman' on the 28th, and whether Hwang Young-woong, who was a strong candidate for the championship, will have his ranking overturned due to the assault controversy.

Taeyuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr