After the remarkable success of his recent dramas 'The Tale of Lady Ok' (JTBC) and 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' (Netflix), Choo Young Woo catapulted into the limelight, drawing widespread attention from Korean audiences.
Yet, as intrigued netizens delved deeper into the actor's social media presence, they stumbled upon a somewhat controversial aspect of his Instagram following list.
Surprisingly, it was revealed that Choo Young Woo was following rapper Jung Sang Soo, a figure embroiled in various scandals including DUI incidents, assault cases, altercations with law enforcement, and explicit lyrics hinting at sexual harassment. Additionally, Jung Sang Soo's affiliations with the far-right group New Men's Solidarity, notorious for its anti-feminist stance and support for Yoon Seok Yeol, further added to the intrigue.
The discovery didn't sit well with some netizens who labeled it a "red flag," particularly questioning the actor's association with such controversial figures. Furthermore, Choo Young Woo's connection to gaming streamer KUBIN, known for his edgy content, raised eyebrows among certain circles.
Following the online buzz generated by his questionable follows, Choo Young Woo reportedly took action to "clean out" his list, possibly in response to the public scrutiny.
Reacting to the news, netizens expressed mixed opinions:
"I had high hopes for him, but this changes things..."
"It's disappointing to see this side of him."
"Just when you think there's a decent guy out there..."
"He's only cleaning up now that he's in the spotlight, typical."
"He got away with a lot before all this attention."
"Seems like another letdown from the male demographic."
"This definitely affects my view of him."
"I was a fan, but now I'm reconsidering."
"Why follow someone controversial? Not a smart move, especially for an actor."
For those who had been following Choo Young Woo's burgeoning career, this revelation raised concerns about the actor's judgment and public image.
In related news, fans can witness Choo Young Woo's captivating performance in 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call,' where he embodies a character marked by significant personal growth and transformation.