Travel YouTuber 1G (real name Lee Wonji) announced the resumption of activities about three months after the controversy over the "6-pyeong basement office." With subscribers leaving despite repeated apologies, attention is focused on whether this comeback can be a turning point for restoring the channel's trust.
On the 26th, 1G formalized her return by releasing a video titled "Why I came to Nepal" on her YouTube channel "1G's day."
In the video she said, "I spent time reflecting on myself," and calmly added, "I'm back on the road again. I will continue to bring you enjoyable travel videos." The message focused on her recent situation and future activity plans rather than addressing the controversy separately.
Earlier, 1G faced criticism after it became known that three staff members worked in a windowless office of about 6 pyeong on the basement level 2. Critics noted the contradiction with her previous remarks emphasizing the "importance of ventilation," and although she set the video to private and posted three apologies, public sentiment did not easily subside. The subscriber count, which had exceeded 1.02 million before the controversy, later fell to around 980,000, causing a noticeable impact.
In particular, indicators showing a decline in the channel's credibility were observed at the time. Industry analysts say that mixed messages during the initial response influenced long-term public opinion. As a large creator with 1 million subscribers, assessments say she was held to stricter responsibilities and standards.
However, it is seen as a positive factor that the travel format, which 1G chose for her comeback content, was her existing strength. If exposure continues through broadcasting activities such as ENA's "World Dice Tour" and EBS's "Hobby is science travel," the possibility of subscriber recovery cannot be ruled out.
Ultimately, the key is time and content. The dominant view is that trust can be restored when steady actions and actual changes in working conditions are confirmed, rather than explanations. Attention is focused on whether 1G, taking her first steps since the controversy, can raise her decreased subscriber count again and lay the groundwork for a rebound.
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