Singer and actor Kim Dong-wan has announced that he will virtually stop participating in variety shows, and the reason is drawing attention.
On 4th, Kim Dong-wan posted on his personal channel, "I hope the calls for variety show grants stop coming in," causing a stir.
That day, Kim Dong-wan revealed the reason for rejecting participation in variety shows, saying, "I have no confidence in being funny, and I really don't want to share my true story in front of the public. Touching the past only leaves scars on myself."
He said, "Can't I just live quietly while pretending to be happy and successful? I just wish to be left alone," and then seemed to address someone, adding, "If you've made excuses for about three times, please just stop. Of course, it must be something ordered from above...ㅠㅠ."
In response, Jang Ga-hyun empathized, saying, "I... went on 'Dongchimi' and 'Divorce', and I really stepped on my own foot," while Seo Yu-ri commented, "Oppa~~ It may be a rude thing to say, but I envy that composure so much. I'm also a person who wants to stop talking about the past."
One fan said, "Then what type of shows do you want to participate in? Just know that there are people who are happy and glad just to see your face on TV or YouTube. Please don't stress too much," to which Kim Dong-wan replied, "I want the results to show for the efforts made on stage, in dramas, and on home shopping."
Kim Dong-wan also pointed out, "I think now people want depression, poverty, loss, and porn. Perhaps because of the current situation."
When a netizen pointed out, "There seems to be no one suitable for grants," Kim Dong-wan responded, "Bingo. It seems there's a current atmosphere that makes me want to do it even less," he said. He expressed his frustration about the comment, "I hope that those who are desperately waiting for opportunities will get them," stating, "Then why are they ignoring those who are waiting and only calling the old folks who are easy to call?"
However, Kim Dong-wan expressed a willingness to participate in a variety show that 'must' include him. When one fan asked, "What if an invitation for 'Shinhwa Broadcasting Season 2' comes in?" he answered, "Of course, I would. The members will make it funny."
Meanwhile, Kim Dong-wan debuted with the group Shinhwa in 1998 and is currently active as an actor. He recently played the role of Oh Heung-soo in the drama 'For Eagle Brothers', which ended airing.
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