As updates on the two actors who halted activities amid controversy were revealed, opinions have emerged that they may be on the verge of returning.
Actor Kim Soo-hyun stood before the camera for the first time in 1 year and 4 months. Kim Soo-hyun, who suspended activities and has been pursuing legal action after a YouTube channel raised allegations about his private life in March last year, boarded a plane for a photoshoot for an overseas brand.
This schedule drew attention as it was Kim Soo-hyun's first time standing before the camera since the controversy. The Philippine clothing brand welcomed Kim Soo-hyun with open arms, and the chairman posted photos of the advertising shoot with Kim Soo-hyun on his social account.
Kim Soo-hyun, who received a bouquet as big as his body as a sign of welcome, exchanged greetings with the filming staff with a bright smile. The gaunt appearance of Kim Soo-hyun, who suffered from rumors and endured a long legal battle, evoked sympathy as it hinted at his current condition.
With Kim Soo-hyun appearing as a model for a fashion brand advertisement for the first time in 1 year and 4 months, speculation continues that this might be an official return to activities.
Updates on actor Yoo Ah-in, who is observing a period of self-reflection, are also always a hot topic. He was indicted on charges including violation of the narcotics control law, was sentenced to one year in prison at the first trial and detained, but on appeal his sentence was reduced to one year in prison with a two-year suspended sentence and a fine of 2 million won, and the original ruling was affirmed by the Supreme Court.
Yoo Ah-in, who sparked speculation that he may be on the verge of returning after parting ways with long-time agency UAA and reportedly discussing an exclusive contract with Galaxy Corporation, again became the center of attention as he attended the VIP screening of the film "Hope" held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 13th.
At past court appearances Yoo Ah-in had short hair, but during his period of self-reflection he did not cut his hair and showed a different look. Wearing a blue cap pulled down low, Yoo Ah-in entered the theater holding a tumbler and wearing a black shirt. Despite pulling the cap down, his long side and back hair flowed out. Yoo Ah-in, who did not attend the photowall event, greeted acquaintances warmly when he spotted them. In particular, by naturally mingling with various film industry figures inside the screening room, he signaled that his return to activities has entered the final countdown.
Kim Soo-hyun and Yoo Ah-in were captured with appearances different from their prime. As debate continues over their returns, attention is focused on when their official activities will begin.
OSEN=reporter Jang Wooyoung