Acto Woo Do Hwan recently found himself embroiled in controversy after releasing an undisclosed affectionate scene from the drama 'Joseon Lawyer'.

Despite expressing his gratitude and sharing the scene to thank his fans, malicious comments led to his decision to ultimately delete the video.

Woo Do Hwan, who played a leading role in the MBC drama 'Joseon Lawyer,' took to his social media account on the 20th to express his gratitude. In his heartfelt message, he acknowledged the three-year gap since his last project and the fears and worries he had regarding his comeback.

He thanked the talented cast, directors, and hardworking staff of 'Joseon Lawyer' who supported him, while also expressing his sincere appreciation to the viewers who continued to show him love despite his imperfections.

Accompanying his farewell message, Woo Do Hwan shared undisclosed photos and videos from 'Joseon Lawyer,' including an affectionate scene featuring himself and the female lead, Bona.

This scene depicted a happy ending between their characters, Kang Hansoo and Lee Yeonju, as they shared a brief intimate moment.

Kang Hansoo embraced Lee Yeonju from behind while lying together on a bed, gently kissing her ear to express his affection. The scene concluded with their silhouettes fading away and heart-shaped sparks, symbolizing their love.

The unaired scene, which was seen as a "bonus video" for dedicated fans to witness the happy moments of the main couple, received mixed reactions from netizens. Some fans, seemingly supporters of Bona from the girl group WJSN, expressed discontent and directed their frustration towards Woo Do Hwan's social media account.

Malicious comments such as "There is no consideration for the fans," "There must be a reason why it wasn't aired, so why upload it?" and "Please take down the video" flooded his comments section.

While malicious comments prevailed, there were also fans and drama enthusiasts who defended Woo Do Hwan's decision to share the unaired scene. These supporters couldn't understand why he was receiving criticism for a normal affectionate scene.

They expressed sentiments like "I don't understand why Woo Do Hwan is being criticized," "It's just a normal affectionate scene, why make a fuss?" and "As a drama fan, I'm grateful for the release of unaired videos."

Unfortunately, as the controversy surrounding the video intensified, Woo Do Hwan decided to delete the video from his social media account, contrary to his original intentions. This response aimed to mitigate the ongoing backlash and maintain a peaceful atmosphere among his fans and followers.

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Director Kim Hyung Joo of The Match has finally shared his thoughts on Yoo Ah In’s involvement in a drug scandal, calling it a major disappointment, especially considering the actor’s role as the lead in the film.

On March 19th, the director attended a press screening and briefing for The Match at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul. Alongside Kim, actors Lee Byung Hun, Ko Chang Seok, Hyun Bong Sik, Moon Jung Hee, and Jo Woo Jin were present to discuss the film.

The Match revolves around the legendary Go player Cho Hun Hyun (played by Lee Byung Hun), who, after a loss to his disciple, decides to challenge the top players again, driven by his competitive spirit. The movie is directed by Kim Hyung Joo.

Lee Byung Hun plays the iconic Go champion Cho Hun Hyun, while Yoo Ah In portrays his disciple, Lee Chang Ho.

During the event, Kim recalled the casting process, saying, "When we were casting, Lee Byung Hun was cast first. Just having him felt like we had the world, and then, getting Yoo Ah In as a bonus made me even happier."

Although filming wrapped up in 2021, Yoo Ah In's drug scandal led to the indefinite postponement of the film’s release. Now, nearly four years later, The Match is finally set to hit theaters on March 26th.

Reflecting on Yoo Ah In's scandal, Director Kim openly shared his frustration, calling it "irresponsible and disappointing" for the actor to make such a mistake as the lead.

He added, “Before being an actor, he made a mistake as a member of society and was punished, so I don’t think there’s much more to say.” Kim smiled bitterly as he spoke.

Describing the challenges he faced due to the scandal, Kim compared the experience to being trapped in "a hellish tunnel."

He said, "There was nothing I could do inside, so it was overwhelming. But now that we have the light of release, it feels like I can breathe. I’m deeply moved."

The director also shared that because Yoo Ah In was the lead actor, the film had to be released as it was, without editing. This has led some people to feel uneasy about watching the film, given the actor’s scandal.

When asked about this, Director Kim said, "Choosing and judging is up to the audience, so I can't force anything. But I hope they watch the movie as it is. I unintentionally got hurt before the release, so I hope people watch the movie warmly, as if applying ointment to a wound."

The Match will officially be released on March 26th.

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