Comedian Maeng Seung-ji revealed that she received a 'sponsor offer,' noting that there are 'many curious people.' This has brought the issue of sponsor offers directed at entertainers back to the forefront. Many stars have previously confessed to receiving sponsor offers, sharing the bittersweet reality.
On the 30th, Maeng Seung-ji shared a message from a netizen on her social media account, stating, 'There are many curious people. Please refrain?' The netizen who sent the message introduced themselves, saying, 'I apologize for sending a DM unexpectedly. We are an agency working with VIP clients, providing tailored services to those who require high-value sponsors.'
It further stated, 'Recently, one of our VIP clients has expressed interest in you, so I contacted you. To put it simply, we would like to propose a partnership based on 3 days, with an estimated amount of around 40 million won.' Maeng Seung-ji expressed her displeasure by revealing the netizen's social media account as well.
In 2022, Maeng Seung-ji also disclosed that she received a sponsor offer for 500 million won for a single date. Following a similar situation, she took aim once again. Recently, there were rumors about marriage, which had left her expressing unpleasant feelings.
Previously, actress Jeon Se-hyun faced the same situation. On the 6th, Jeon Se-hyun wrote, 'If you think it's rude, don't do it. If it happens again, I'll report it. What do you think of people? Is it funny to you?' along with a DM containing a sponsor offer.
The photo included a DM that Jeon Se-hyun received from someone. The DM stated, 'As a public figure, I apologize for the rudeness. If we meet, I will disclose my identity,' and expressed a desire to meet while respecting each other's privacy, mentioning, 'I would like to date about twice a month.'
It further included, 'Then I'll provide economic support. I can advance up to 50 million won first if we meet. If you're interested, please DM me, and I'll provide details. I apologize if it was rude.'
Upon receiving the DM containing the sponsor offer, Jeon Se-hyun exclaimed, 'What do you think of people? Is it funny to you?' Many entertainers, not just Jeon Se-hyun, have expressed anger at sponsor offers. Jewelry member Jo Min-a, actress Jang Mi-in-ae, and Gu Ji-seong have also received similar offers. They responded with statements like, 'Get lost,' 'There's no reason to reply,' and 'If you send something like this again, know you'll end up in cuffs and eating bean rice.'
Actress Jang Mi-in-ae shared her experience of receiving a sponsor offer in the past in 2020. At that time, she disclosed a message that read, 'Hello. We are an agency that connects wealthy clients with sponsors. I apologize for sending this message unexpectedly, but our client has expressed interest in you, so I'm reaching out. If you consider it and reply, I will provide the details of the terms.' Jang Mi-in-ae certified that her reply was, 'Get lost, XX,' gaining attention for her refreshing 'soda' response.
Especially regarding Jang Mi-in-ae, it was even more bittersweet to know that it was not her first sponsor offer. Earlier, in 2018, she had revealed a DM that said, 'If you are looking for a long-term high-value sponsor or if you have any intention, please contact us,' and lamented, 'I can't believe I receive messages like this in my acting career, not once or twice. Do you want to get hit?'
[Photo] OSEN DB, Maeng Seung-ji, Jeon Se-hyun
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