[Official] Drugs + Illegitimate Child + Drunk Driving + Affair Rumors = 'Asura'.."Nanmi-sae NO" Fans, Proceeding with 10th Anniversary Event Embracing Hwang Jung-min [Star Issue]

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The film 'Asura' is being unexpectedly spotlighted again to mark its 10th anniversary since release this year. Following Jung Woo-sung, Ju Ji-hoon, and Kwak Do-won, Hwang Jung-min has also been involved. All four lead actors have faced public scrutiny due to scandalous incidents.

'Asura' (directed by Kim Sung-soo) is a crime action noir that drew intense attention even at its 2016 release due to issues outside the film itself. This occurred during weekly candlelight vigils calling for the impeachment of Park Geun-hye Jeon (President), when Jung Woo-sung shouted "Park Geun-hye, come out!" during a stage greeting for 'Asura'. This was a parody of the line in the film: "Park Sung-bae (played by Hwang Jung-min), come out!"

At that time, Jung Woo-sung also gained attention for his principled stance on issues such as the refugee crisis. However, he later faced accusations of hypocrisy due to a scandal in his personal life. Despite previously leading efforts to protect refugees and participating in campaigns for single mothers, it was only recently revealed that Jung Woo-sung had fathered an illegitimate child with influencer Moon Ga-bi in 2024. After acknowledging the birth of the child, news also emerged that Jung Woo-sung had completed marriage registration last year with a non-celebrity woman known as A, who has been his long-term partner for years. Their son is being raised by Moon Ga-bi alone.

In contrast, Ju Ji-hoon and Kwak Do-won have criminal records. In 2008, Ju Ji-hoon was sentenced to six months in prison, one year of probation, 120 hours of community service, and a fine of 360,000 won for drug use on two separate occasions.

In September 2022, Kwak Do-won was caught by police while driving under the influence with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.158%, far exceeding the legal limit of 0.08% in Jeju Island. As a result, he received a summary order imposing a fine of 10 million won.

With Hwang Jung-min also named in personal life scandals, this is why 'Asura' has been revisited by netizens on its 10th anniversary since release.

Hwang Jung-min has become embroiled in controversy following allegations of an affair with a woman identified as A. According to A's claims, she first met Hwang Jung-min in August 2023 and exchanged messages several times over approximately two years. She alleges that during this period, Hwang Jung-min engaged in inappropriate behavior, including making sexual remarks toward her.

However, on the 29th, Hwang Jung-min's agency, Sam Company, dismissed A as "a suspect in stalking crimes who has continuously harassed Hwang Jung-min." The agency stated, "Hwang Jung-min filed a criminal complaint against A. The court issued temporary restraining orders prohibiting contact with the suspect on three separate occasions and imposed a summary order of a 3 million won fine after acknowledging the stalking allegations."

Meanwhile, despite the controversies surrounding the lead actors, fans of 'Asura' are proceeding with a special screening event to commemorate the film's 10th anniversary on October 10. Shortly after Hwang Jung-min's scandal broke, a notice appeared on the SNS page for the 'Asura 10th Anniversary Special Screening' stating: "Refunds are not available; however, transfers between individuals are permitted. Since controversies regarding the actors in this film are not unprecedented, the event will proceed without issue, separate from any controversies. Single screenings will also proceed normally. Refunds for single screenings are not possible. We will not respond to related inquiries."

Additionally, in response to malicious comments such as "Nanmi-sae" (a derogatory term meaning "crazy about men"), the organizers politely stated: "We would appreciate it if you referred to us as 'Asura Crazy' instead of 'Nanmi-sae'. We have consistently maintained that refunds are not available prior to any controversies. Please refrain from using insulting language toward the organizers and participants."

The Hwang Jung-min issue has, in fact, led to increased interest in 'Asura'. The organizers said, "We thank everyone for the sudden surge of attention. Currently, all tickets are sold out. If demand continues, we may consider expanding the venue."

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