Kim Heechul's inquiry following a statement made by Ningning from the group aespa has generated negative reactions from viewers and internet users.

During a recent episode of the popular talk show 'Knowing Bros' that aired on June 10, aespa members Ningning, Karina, and Winter appeared as special guests. The cast members were pleasantly surprised by Ningning's significant improvement in speaking Korean.

Among the various topics discussed, the conversation turned to the importance of a guy's appearance when dating.

Heechul posed a question to all three girls, asking if they consider a guy's looks. Without hesitation, Ningning replied, "I don't."

Ningning's answer raised doubts and led to protests from everyone present. It was at this point that Heechul decided to speak up.

He jokingly remarked, "Young Chul has the best personality among us," indirectly suggesting whether Ningning would date him or not. In response, Ningning playfully replied, "Oh really? And…" which elicited laughter from the group.

Following the broadcast of the episode, many viewers expressed their dissatisfaction with Heechul's comments.

They criticized his indirect inquiry about Ningning's potential interest in Kim Young Chul while simultaneously implying that the comedian may not meet conventional standards of physical attractiveness.

Netizens congregated on online platforms to voice their opinions, stating:

"Why would Heechul ask such a question to a girl who was born in 2002?"

"He basically says that Kim Young Chul is ugly. That's not nice."

"The question is rude to Ningning and Kim Young Chul alike."

"What does he hope to get? He is being rude to them both.

"Why is he being so mean to Kim Young Chul?"

"But Ningning's answer was hilarious."

"When Heechul asked Ningning a question, her cute 'And?' was exactly what I wanted to say."

"I can't stand Heechul at all. He is so mean."

What are your thoughts?

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Lee Jun Young recently opened up about the emotional toll of playing a villain—and how one powerful scene made him break down in tears behind the scenes.

On the May 1st episode of KBS 2TV’s variety show Problem Child in House, Lee Jun Young appeared alongside co-star Jung Eun Ji to promote their new KBS drama Pump Up the Healthy Love.

During the show, Lee Jun Young was asked about the most unforgettable villain he’s played. He chose his role as Han Su Gang in the film Brave Citizen.

He explained, “It was really tough to film. I had to act like I was leading school violence, and there was even a scene where I bullied a grandmother.”

The hosts were surprised, pointing out how kind and gentle he seems in real life. Lee Jun Young shared how he transforms for such roles.

“I try to act as bad as I can, but sometimes the director says, ‘You still look too nice.’ Then I focus even harder and adjust right away.”

He also revealed that filming one particular scene hit him hard emotionally. “My real grandmother was sick at the time,” he said.

“In one scene, there’s a grandma selling gimbap, and I ad-libbed by stubbing a cigarette out on the gimbap. I was really into character, but after filming, I just broke down. So many thoughts came to me and I started crying.”

Fans praised his dedication to acting but also felt moved by how deeply the role affected him. Lee Jun Young’s honesty gave a raw look at how even fictional roles can hit close to home.

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