'Park Yeol' Cast Apologizes for Mocking Colleague: "Rude and Inconsiderate Remarks" [Star Issue]

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'Park Yeol' cast members sparked controversy after making inappropriate remarks about a fellow actor who was not present on a broadcast, prompting an apology.

'Park Yeol' production company Double K Entertainment announced on its official SNS on the 19th: "Recently, during a broadcast featuring 'Park Yeol' cast members, discussions were made regarding a specific actor, and certain expressions used caused discomfort and concern for both the individual involved and viewers of the program."

'The production company explained that the remarks were not intended to deliberately embarrass or hurt Mr. A, but acknowledged it was undeniably wrong to discuss an absent colleague in an imprudent manner on a public platform.'

'The company stated: "Regardless of intent, we take seriously the fact that the remarks could have provoked unnecessary misunderstandings and speculation about the actor involved."

'Following the controversy, the production company confirmed the facts with the relevant actors. It explained: "We verified the facts with the actors concerned and had thorough discussions, confirming during the process that no situation causing current concern occurred."'

'Continuing, it bowed its head in apology: "As the production company of the work, we sincerely apologize for failing to carefully consider the situation."'

'The production company stated: "The actors who made the remarks also recognize they imprudently discussed an absent colleague on a public platform. Regarding this matter, they have personally apologized to the individual involved."

'Recently, five cast members of the musical 'Park Yeol' sparked controversy by making mocking remarks about a fellow actor, Mr. A, who was not present during their appearance on the YouTube channel 'Hwewahroen Performance Life.'

'Actor Son Yu-dong, who appeared on the broadcast, bowed his head via his agency's SNS: "It was far too imprudent to casually bring up an absent colleague in a public forum watched by many and to speculate about their reaction beforehand."

'He continued: "I feel deeply ashamed and sorry that our broadcast may have caused displeasure to the many audience members who love 'Park Yeol.' I sincerely regret having harmed my fellow actor with careless words and actions. Immediately after the broadcast, I apologized to the actor concerned."

'Hyun Seok-jun also apologized via his SNS, calling his remarks and actions reckless. He stated: "Above all, I believe the best course of action was to personally visit my fellow actor who felt discomfort due to my inadequate behavior and convey my sincere apology."'

'He added: "Even though this occurred in a highly watched setting, I continued making rude and inconsiderate remarks about a colleague in their absence. This is clearly my fault and oversight for failing to deeply consider how my words and actions might affect others or cause harm."

'Furthermore, he apologized: "I sincerely apologize to all audience members who felt discomfort and disappointment while watching my broadcast."'

'Hyun Seok-jun concluded: "Through this incident, I painfully realized the weight of even a single word or action. Before being an actor on stage, I will deeply reflect on myself to become someone who upholds basic etiquette and responsibility. From now on, I will always act with caution and vigilance in all official settings."'

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