• SF9's Rowoon Criticized By Netizens For Not Being Vaccinated Due To Busy Schedules

    The group SF9's Rowoon, who is busy with activities, has been criticized by netizens when it became known that he did not receive the vaccine.

    On the 25th, during a video call fan meeting, Rowoon revealed that a fan asked him if he already have a vaccine.

    At the time, Rowoon said, "I haven't had time yet. If I get the vaccine, I have to take a few days off. That's why I'm testing the PCR once every two days."

    At the same time, Rowoon further explained, saying, "During the PCR test, they ask me to be a little gentle."

    He even made a reservation to get the vaccine, but Rowoon said, "I'm filming for KBS2's lover, so if I get the vaccine, I have to take a break. “, he added.

    In fact, Rowoon has a busy schedule every day.

    Currently, Rowoon is filming for 'The King's Affection' with Actress Park Eun-bin, and recently finished SF9's comeback.

    In addition, he is scheduled to become an MC with the AOA's Seolhyun at the 'KBS 2021 Gayo Festival' to be held on December 17th.

    When Rowoon's remarks became known, some online communities poured out harsh criticism, saying that not being vaccinated was a nuisance.

    Some netizens strongly criticized Rowoon for not being vaccinated, such as "I'm working in an environment without a mask, but I get a vaccine", "Even office workers get a vaccine while they're busy", "I'm sure there are a lot of people takes time to get vaccinated even if they're busy."

    In particular, it is known that the 'KBS 2021 Song Festival', where Rowoon will be the MC, was initially trying to recruit audiences who had been vaccinated, criticizing the audience, saying, "They are only accepting vaccinated audience right? Then how come the MC's not?"

    Some say that there is no reason to criticize Rowoon for not getting the vaccine, as vaccination is not mandatory.

    The quarantine authorities explained, "Vaccinations are basically performed only with the person's voluntary consent, so there is no penalty for refusing to be vaccinated."

    However, there is a sense of divergence between the guidelines of the quarantine authorities and the social atmosphere, such as singer Lim Chang-jung, who sang a congratulatory song at a wedding without getting vaccinated, and received criticism from public opinion.

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  • BLACKPINK’s Jisoo Secretly Helped Her Friend Get a Role? Choi Hee Jin Reveals How Their Friendship Led to a Cameo in ‘Newtopia’

    Actress Choi Hee Jin, who impressed viewers with her performance in Motel California, opened up about her close friendship with BLACKPINK’s Jisoo — and how it led to her special cameo in Newtopia.

    Choi Hee Jin recently wrapped up her role as veterinarian Yoon Nan Woo in MBC’s Motel California, which ended on February 15th.

    The actress met with reporters on February 14 at her agency, Saram Entertainment, to talk about her busy schedule and her unexpected role in Newtopia.

    The actress revealed that her cameo in Newtopia happened because of her bond with Jisoo, who stars as the female lead in the drama.

    “Before I signed with my current agency, when I wasn’t with any company, I was offered the role of Jisoo unnie’s best friend in *Snowdrop. Even before the director contacted me, Jisoo unnie had already told me about it”, Choi Hee Jin shared.

    She added, “The director knew about the chemistry Jisoo unnie and I had in *Snowdrop*. Even though the role was very small, they asked if I would be willing to make a cameo in *Newtopia. It really is a tiny part”, she said, smiling shyly.

    The actress emphasized that the opportunity felt special because it reflected her real-life friendship with Jisoo. “There was really no one else but me who fit the role as her close friend, so they asked if I could do it. It’s a very small part, but I was happy to do it”, she said.

    Choi Hee Jin also shared how touched she was by the love she still receives for her past work with Jisoo.

    “Jisoo unnie personally reached out to me too, and we’re still very close. But more than anything, I was grateful that people still remember me from *Snowdrop. Since I made a special appearance this time, I’d love to ask Jisoo unnie to return the favor with a cameo in one of my future projects”, she said with a laugh.

    Fans are loving the sweet friendship between the two actresses — and many are already hoping to see them share the screen again in a bigger project!

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