• Netizens criticize Super Junior's Leeteuk for supporting Kangin's return to the limelight

    Kangin, a former member of the renowned K-pop group Super Junior, has faced legal issues, including two DUI charges and an assault charge against his ex-girlfriend.

    These incidents have significantly impacted his public image and career.

    During Ryeo Wook’s wedding ceremony, attended by all current and former Super Junior members, the group’s leader, Leeteuk, made a public plea. Addressing the guests, Leeteuk commented, Kangin’s time spent in self-reflection has exceeded the duration of his active career. Please extend your support to him so he can earn a living.”

    This remark by Leeteuk, urging public support for Kang-In’s financial recovery, has sparked controversy and criticism among netizens.

    Many expressed their disapproval on social media, questioning the appropriateness of requesting support for someone with Kang-In’s legal history.

    Netizen comments:

    “You can help him yourself with your own money…”

    “Drunk driving is something that makes you see even your own close friend with new eyes. He should’ve known to be more careful as a public figure. Drunk driving is not a mistake. And he can always find a different job than being a celebrity… no one told him to take 15 years for a hiatus…”

    “Tell him to go study and learn a new trade or open a business… or go find a part-time job? Why is he not able to make a living…? ㅋㅋㅋ”

    “Celebrity isn’t the only career that exists…”

    “Just stay quiet, why should we help him?”

    “Wow, this is shameless.”

    “Drunk driver 2x + physical assault… what job would want him? ㅋㅋ”

    “Of all the people to be shielding right now… ㅋ Teukie, life must be good for you these days, huh?”

    “ Could you ask this if your own family had been hit by his drunk driving?”

    “Nope, stay away… people can never be fixed.”

    “ He can figure it out himself… what do you want the public to do about it? If you feel so bad for him, give him your own money.”

    “You have to be kidding me.”

    “here are former celebrities who have no qualms doing delivery work or even opening their own restaurants, this feels tone-deaf to ask.”

    “ Find a new job ㅎ;; for normal people, when you get fired from one job, you go look for a different one ㅋㅋ”

    “Go deliver for Coupang if you want to make a living.”

    “You want a hiatus too, Leeteuk?”

    “ Leeteuk-ah, how about you make your own money and give it to him if you feel so bad for him? I’m so tired of celebrities committing all sorts of crimes and expecting to be let back in for free money.”

    “Tsk tsk tsk, totally unnecessary for him to say.”

    “Why would you even say this at someone else’s wedding?”

    “ Failure to read the room… this is why he’s a has-been. You’ve made all the money you’ll be able to, so just go enjoy that now.”

    “Leeteuk doesn’t seem to realize that he’s viewed as just as annoying. He shouldn’t be worrying about others right now, funny.”

    What do you think?

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  • Is Jisoo’s Acting the Main Problem in "Newtopia"? - Here's Why Fans Are Worried About the New Zombie Series

    The new OTT series Newtopia has faced mixed reactions, with BLACKPINK’s Jisoo's acting and a slow storyline making viewers question if the show can survive.

    Released on the 7th, Newtopia on Coupang Play promised to offer something fresh in the K-zombie genre. The drama follows an unlikely couple, Lee Jae-yoon (played by Park Jung Min), a late-blooming soldier, and his girlfriend Kang Young-joo (Jisoo), as they fight to survive in a zombie-infested Seoul.

    The mix of zombies and romantic comedy sounded like an interesting twist, but the show hasn’t exactly hit the mark.

    Jisoo’s second lead role after Snowdrop in 2021 was highly anticipated. But many fans and critics have been concerned about her acting, especially after she received some backlash for her unclear pronunciation and awkward expressions in her previous project.

    Director Yoon Sung-hyun, aware of the concerns, said at the press preview, “Since Jisoo hadn’t acted for a long time after her last project, I was also initially worried, thinking, ‘Will she be okay?’ But Jisoo dedicated herself, doing script readings four days a week. She worked hard, and as a result, I had no doubts or difficulties. By episode 8, you'll feel that only Jisoo could have portrayed Young-joo. She did an amazing job.”

    Despite his words of praise, Jisoo’s performance still left fans worried. While she showed some improvement, her portrayal of Young-joo seemed inconsistent, lacking the calmness expected from the character. However, her "girl crush" image, with her background as a "campus goddess," did add some intrigue to her role.

    The main issue, however, wasn’t just Jisoo's acting. Newtopia also struggled with its pacing. While other recent hits like Trauma Center or Trigger grab attention right from the start, Newtopia spent too much time in the first episode on Jae-yoon’s military life and Young-joo’s personal struggles, making it feel like a waste of time. The show failed to showcase the humor and zombie elements it promised, leaving many viewers unimpressed.

    On top of that, some characters came off as annoying, like Jae-yoon’s colleague, Line Ho (Im Seong Jae), and the "unlikable" senior character Seojin-wook (played by Kang Young Seok). Even Park Jung-min didn’t do much to help the show move along, making the 57-minute episode feel even longer.

    Thankfully, the show picked up pace in episode 2, finally diving into the zombie chaos. But will that be enough to save Newtopia? With the first episode still fresh in fans’ minds, the jury’s still out on whether this K-zombie drama can find its footing and deliver the thrills viewers are hoping for.

    The remaining six episodes of Newtopia will air every Friday at 8 PM, with one episode released per week. Stay tuned to see if the series can bounce back!

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