Shim Su-bong, Reopens Mouth on 'Kim Da-hyeon Targeting' Controversy: "I Was Lacking and Inadequate" [Star Issue]

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Singer Shim Su-bong once again bowed her head in apology for her remarks directed at junior artist Kim Da-hyeon during a performance.

Shim Su-bong took the stage at the 2026 THE Shim Su-bong SHOW National Tour Concert held on October 31 at Wonju Baekun Art Hall.

This was her first official stage appearance since she sparked controversy in September for what appeared to be a scolding remark directed at Kim Da-hyeon.

On this day, Shim Su-bong paused her singing on stage and bowed once again to apologize for her actions at the time.

Regarding her remarks that day, Shim Su-bong stated, "It was all an inappropriate statement stemming from my own lack and inadequacy," adding, "I have spent time in reflection and repentance, and I will continue to live with that attitude going forward."

She also added regarding Kim Da-hyeon, "It must have been very difficult for her, but I hope she can compose herself well and grow into a great musician," saying, "Above all, I will hold in my heart the deep love of the audience and fans who came to the concert despite this situation, and cherish it for a long time," expressing her gratitude.

Shim Su-bong had taken the stage at the "Jinan Plateau Trot Festival," a program of the "2026 Jinan Red Ginseng Festival," held on September 20 in the northern area of Mai Mountain in Jinan County, North Jeolla Province.

Prior to Shim Su-bong, Kim Da-hyeon took the stage and passionately performed songs such as "Praise Whale," "I Am a Lottery Winner," "Good Shot!," and "Black Swan." After finishing her performance, Kim Da-hyeon left the stage amidst the cheers of the audience.

Subsequently, Shim Su-bong took the stage. After singing two songs, she referred to Kim Da-hyeon, who had performed earlier, as "the woman who sang up there," and continued her remarks.

Touching her head, Shim Su-bong said, "She made my head dizzy. Is that manager here by any chance?" She added, "It seems the young lady doesn't know what singing is or what life is. It was very difficult for me to listen to her sing." She continued, "Please do not send the performer in front of me forward. I am completely dizzy right now and feel like I might faint," stating, "Singing is not something to be done so casually."

She then added, "Experiencing life, enduring hardships, and creating music that comforts those who come to see you is not easy," saying, "It was so difficult that I have no choice but to confess this to you all. Please forgive me."

As controversy grew immediately after these remarks, Shim Su-bong apologized for the controversy over her disparaging remarks toward Kim Da-hyeon through an official statement, stating, "On the 20th, I made what can only be described as a slip of the tongue on the stage of a trot festival in a local area while many people were watching."

She continued, "I have usually had worries and concerns about popular music, and it is also true that I was under significant stress due to noise at the venue on the day of the event," adding, "However, at a trot festival where everyone should be laughing and enjoying themselves, I let slip words that exceeded common sense at an inappropriate moment. Even if I had ten mouths, I have nothing to say."

She also stated, "Above all, I did not know exactly who the singer in the previous slot was, and it was absolutely not a statement made to humiliate a specific person," apologizing by saying, "Nevertheless, as an elder, it was clearly wrong of me to make remarks that hurt the feelings of a junior artist."

Shim Su-bong said, "I conveyed my deep apology to Kim Da-hyeon and her family. In the process, I heard from her father that Kim Da-hyeon sang 'A Million Roses' while playing the piano at a concert, and thinking about how much she must have practiced, my eyes grew hot." She continued, "Through this apology statement, I also express deep regret and apology to Kim Da-hyeon, her fan club, and all officials who worked hard for the event. I am sincerely sorry to the many participants who came to watch the performance on the day of the trot festival. I ask for your forgiveness with a broad heart."

Subsequently, an official from Kim Da-hyeon's side also told StarNews on this day, "Ms. Shim Su-bong called and conveyed her intention to apologize." Regarding the situation at the scene at the time, they explained, "Kim Da-hyeon was in the first slot, and there were no overlapping routes where they would have encountered each other, even in waiting rooms," adding, "The two never met on site at all."

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