Yong Junhyung recently took to Instagram to address his involvement in the Jung Joon Young chatroom scandal. In his post, he clarified that while he was not a member of the chatroom, he did receive illegally filmed videos and expressed regret for not taking immediate action to stop it.
However, Korean netizens were quick to scrutinize his apology. They pointed out that past text message exchanges suggested he might not be as innocent as he claimed. This has led to a flurry of reactions on various online communities.
One netizen commented, “So what about the apology he wrote back then? If he didn’t want to be mistaken as a member of that group chat, he should’ve just focused on that.” Another added, “The hell, you didn’t just exist in it, you laughed along with the lowlifes. Get lost, criminal.”
The skepticism didn’t stop there. “Hahaha he must need fans,” one user wrote, while another speculated, “Ah. Looks like he’s trying to make some sort of comeback.” The general sentiment was overwhelmingly negative, with comments like “Disgusting,” “He making a comeback?” and “Does he think if he writes something like this, he’ll just be excused?”
Some netizens even suggested that he should retire if he was truly sorry. “Guess he’s trying to slowly make a comeback haha If you’re actually sorry, just live quietly, and volunteer your time to good causes,” one user advised. Another bluntly stated, “If you’re really sorry just retire.”
The timing of his apology also raised eyebrows. “All of a sudden….??” one netizen questioned, while another speculated, “Were you surprised that people didn’t just forget even after time passed? Just forget about making any kind of comeback.”
The reactions highlight the deep mistrust and anger that still lingers among the public regarding the scandal. Yong Junhyung’s attempt to clear his name seems to have backfired, with many netizens unwilling to forgive or forget his involvement.
In related news, former SECRET member Ji Eun and her fiancé Park We recently went wedding dress shopping. On June 11, YouTuber Park We shared a vlog on his WERACLE channel, documenting their experience. The couple started the vlog by joking about holding hands and attended a friend’s wedding together. Later, Park We took photos of Ji Eun trying on various wedding dresses. The couple had announced their wedding plans this past March.
Meanwhile, former miss A member Min has revealed concept photos for her solo debut project ‘PRIME TIME.’ The teaser images offer a glimpse into her upcoming concept and choreography. ‘PRIME TIME’ is a 4-track project that blends different genres, showcasing Min’s artistic growth since her time in the K-pop industry. The project is set to drop on June 21.
In other entertainment news, the instant coffee brand ‘Maxim Mocha Gold’ launched a new spring 2024 commercial featuring actress Park Bo Young. Known for her bright and sweet charms, Park Bo Young was seen as an excellent choice to promote the beloved instant coffee brand. However, some fans were curious about the fate of the previous model, actress Lee Na Young, who had been endorsing the brand since 2000. Netizens expressed mixed feelings, with some saying, “I love Park Bo Young but what about Lee Na Young? I love both,” and others adding, “I don’t want to throw away the old name ‘Lee Na Young Coffee’, but ‘Park Bo Young Coffee’ has a nice ring to it too.”
The entertainment industry continues to buzz with various updates, but Yong Junhyung’s recent apology remains a hot topic. The public’s reaction underscores the lasting impact of the Jung Joon Young chatroom scandal and the challenges Yong Junhyung faces in regaining public trust.
