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K-Pop Star Yoo Seung-jun Opens Up in New YouTube Q&A Series
On October 2, Yoo Seung-jun released a video titled 'I Was Really Broken Back Then. Now I Tell Everything. Yoo Seung-jun Q&A Begins' on his YouTube channel, signaling a new form of communication.
In the video, he expressed his desire to engage in deep conversations.
Yoo stated, “I plan to have a somewhat special time on my YouTube channel. It's special but not entirely new. Many other celebrities do it, but I believe I can share my life more honestly and truthfully than anyone else, so I want to conduct a Q&A with you.”
He continued, “Typically, a Q&A involves asking and answering questions, but I want to create a space where there is more sincere, warm, and deep sharing, where your life and mine can be shared together.”
Yoo also shared his experiences of going through tough times. He recalled, “There were times when I felt hopeless and wanted to give up everything. Someone once told me, 'It's a miracle that you're alive right now.'”
He also touched on his past career. Yoo said, “Some people say that if I had continued my singing career in Korea, I would have been incredibly happy, incredibly popular, and incredibly wealthy. Really?”
He also addressed questions related to controversies, drawing attention.
Yoo stated, “If you have any questions about me, please ask. I've talked about it so much that there might not be any left. Misunderstandings or rumors, like 'Why didn't you go to the military?' or anything related to my issues, any question is fine. There's nothing I can't talk about now.” He added, “I can't give you a plausible answer or the right answer, but I hope it will be a time where we can share and empathize, and be a source of strength for each other.”
He also requested fans to send in their stories, saying, “I hope to provide some comfort, even if just a little. If you send in your stories, I will try my best to respond sincerely.” He added, “As someone who is soon to be fifty, I want to empathize and share stories with you.”
Yoo Seung-jun debuted in Korea in 1997 and gained immense popularity with hits like 'Scissors,' 'Na Na Na,' and 'Passion.' However, in 2001, he received a grade 4 supplementary service notice for public service duty but postponed the enlistment date. He later obtained a travel permit and left the country to acquire U.S. citizenship.
In 2015, he applied for an Overseas Korean (F-4) visa, which was denied, leading to ongoing legal battles. The Supreme Court has twice ruled in his favor, but the LA Consulate General has continued to deny the visa, resulting in ongoing legal disputes. The third appeal trial is currently underway.
Reporter Na-yeon Cho, Ten Asia nybluebook@tenasia.co.kr
