Urban Zakapa's Jo Hyun Ah opened up on "Radio Star" about her concert challenges, admitting she feels overwhelmed when "that song" plays, revealing her inner struggles.

As curiosity mounts about the song triggering Jo Hyun Ah's turmoil, Kim Gura offered practical advice that led to laughter.

During the July 3rd episode of MBC's "Radio Star," themed "Mad Max Angry Stage," guests Ok Ju-hyun, Ahn Hyun-mo, Jo Hyun Ah, and Seunghee joined the lively conversation.

Jo Hyun Ah, previously known for her appearance on "Radio Star" as the "Mad Painter," prepared for her spotlight with amusing anecdotes. She shared her evolved dancing skills confidently, joking, "I've gotten so good at dancing, it's not even funny anymore," sparking interest.

Reflecting on her early days of fame, Jo Hyun Ah recalled awkward moments like being mistaken as "Urban Zambaka" or even an alpaca by foreigners. She humorously expressed relief at gaining confidence while entering broadcasting stations after becoming well-known. Kim Gura empathized, quipping, "That's practical. Hurry to the bathroom!"

Jo Hyun Ah delved into the selfish origins of hit songs, jokingly remarking, "I consider others, but when it comes to lyrics, composition, and arrangement, I want all the credit." She even treated the audience to an impromptu performance of her solo comeback track "I'll Give You," prompting Yoo Se-yoon to jest, "Isn't this the same as my mom's gifs?"

Known for her distinct voice and clear-eyed gaze, Jo Hyun Ah revealed anecdotes from her daily life, including being mistaken for a man due to her husky voice for over a decade. She also surprised everyone by revealing her sister's profession, which matches her unique vocal characteristics.

Jo Hyun Ah recently made headlines for ending her popular YouTube show "Thursday Night with Jo Hyun Ah," which amassed nearly 700,000 subscribers in just a year and a half. She candidly shared her reasons, mentioning interview fatigue and recalling memorable moments with guests like Suzy. She also joked about her viral "front teeth fluttering" video, imitated by stars like Kim Soo-hyun, Park Bo-gum, and Byun Woo-seok.

During MBC Radio's "Starlit Night" segment, "Star Night Show-off," Jo Hyun Ah expressed her fondness for MBC Radio, playfully admitting, "It feels like they might give me work, but they're playing hard to get." She humorously confessed her affection for MBC, sending out a playful love call that brought laughter to the set.

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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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