Hong Seung-sang delivers a biting remark on the Park Wi KTX controversy: "Is it a diving board? It's not a fall from grace, but a stumble." [Star Issue]

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Comedian Hong Seung-sang addressed the controversy surrounding YouTuber Park Wi related to KTX.

On the 30th, Hong shared a stand-up comedy performance video on his social media. The released video included remarks based on the recent controversy involving Park Wi.

Hong stated, "I thought Park Wi had risen because of the news articles about the controversy, but that wasn't the case." He added, "To be honest, Park Wi is a person with a disability and belongs to a vulnerable group. Since jokes targeting such groups are common, I'll try discussing other topics instead."

He continued, "Recently, one YouTuber with over 1 million subscribers became embroiled in controversy: Mr. Wi Miracle. To lower a wheelchair from the KTX, a ramp must be placed, but it was reportedly floating slightly. A public service officer stepped on it with their foot and tripped."

He then asked, "Who made the biggest mistake here?" and pointed to the ramp as the root cause. He remarked, "The sole purpose of a ramp is to connect two ground surfaces. Otherwise, isn't it just a diving board? Did Korail install a diving board for the safety of wheelchair users?"

Regarding the Park Wi controversy, Hong also shared his perspective. He said, "I don't think this was solely Mr. Wi's fault. In fact, I don't believe it was a fall from grace either. Why? Because he wasn't targeted; he was the one who took action. So it's closer to a stumble—a misstep." This drew laughter from the audience.

Previously, Park Wi suffered an accident while disembarking from a KTX when his wheelchair tripped over the foot of a social service officer securing the ramp. Although he later released CCTV footage of the incident on his YouTube channel, criticism arose that his response was excessive, prompting him to make the video private and issue an apology.

However, even after the apology, controversies surrounding the manner of releasing the CCTV footage continued, leading to the cancellation of scheduled lectures and talk concerts, while past allegations resurfaced, creating ongoing fallout. His YouTube channel 'Wi Miracle,' which had surpassed 1 million subscribers, dropped to 950,000 following the controversy.

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