Singer Jang Hyunseung apologized for using Ilbe terminology.
Jang Hyunseung apologized on the 22nd through a fan platform, saying, "I am sorry for causing discomfort and disappointment due to expressions that stemmed from my carelessness and lack of awareness during last night's communication, and for my subsequent attitude."
Earlier, while talking with fans on a paid communication platform, Jang Hyunseung referred to "yar," which is popular among young people, as "the perfect substitute for anggimotti," and answered, "anggimoddiakdakkugeori."
The reason the remark became problematic is that "anggimotti" is being used with sexual connotations on far-right online communities. When fans told him, "Why are you using a word used on a site that mocks the deceased?" and "Never use that anywhere," Jang Hyunseung replied, "If I was beaten, I was beaten, but I won't delete it," and "How would I know that, I'll delete it; if it's uncomfortable, leave. Don't overinterpret it."
As the controversy over his remarks snowballed, Jang Hyunseung apologized, saying, "I used the expression rashly without fully recognizing what it could mean or how it could be received. Regardless of my intent, I should have been more careful, and I am sorry."
He added, "I took concerns about the remark lightly, and rather than fully acknowledging my mistake I insisted on explaining my position, and I am reflecting a lot. Through this incident, I have once again realized how much responsibility is attached to the words and attitude I use, and from now on I will be more cautious and responsible in all communications," bowing his head.
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