Actor Kim Hye-eun stirred controversy by posting a public tirade against writer Yoo Si-min on social media, then deleting it. Criticizing Yoo's derogatory remarks about Seol Nan-young, Kim Hye-eun closed the comment section after an argument with netizens.
Kim Hye-eun expressed on her social media on the 31st of last month, "I have never felt embarrassed about my Seoul National University background as I do today. I want to convey my sincerest apologies on behalf of others, truly," adding that "a person's education and intellect are proven through their sincere efforts in a tough life." Kim Hye-eun is a graduate of Seoul National University's Department of Vocal Music.
She continued to indirectly criticize writer Yoo Si-min's remarks, saying, "If someone has a tongue that carelessly judges and belittles others' lives, then that person has the most shameful tongue."
He particularly mentioned Seol Nan-young, the spouse of presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo, stating, "As a woman who devoted her life to support a man's dream and dedicated herself as a female labor activist for justice, I respect her even more as I feel I could not live that way." He paid tribute to women like his mother, aunt, and actress Kim Young-ok, saying, "The women who did their best in their own positions are the driving force of my life."
In conclusion, Kim Hye-eun stated, "I do not want to become an arrogant intellectual who belittles high school graduates just because I attended Seoul National University," expressing her heartfelt sentiment, "Today, as a woman living in this era, I am saddened by the cheap and harsh words."
However, as the post spread, numerous netizens flocked to Kim Hye-eun's account, leading to heated debates. Although Kim responded directly in the comments, she ultimately closed the comment section to quell the situation.
Earlier, writer Yoo Si-min sparked controversy during a YouTube broadcast titled "Kim Eo-jun's Das Boeida" by saying regarding Seol Nan-young, "That position is not a place she can reach in her life." Yoo later clarified that his "expression was excessive" and meant "I could not make purposeful and rational judgments," but criticism has not easily subsided.
Meanwhile, Kim Hye-eun is set to showcase a new image as she takes on the role of Grace in the movie "City of Evil," scheduled for release in June. She will also appear in the movie "Family's Secret," which is expected to open in September.
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