A Few Korean Actors Are Now Accused of Sexual Harassments; One Has Admitted To It

Last Updated on 2018-02-26 , 5:11 pm

If you weren’t aware, the #MeToo movement is making some big changes across the globe.

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In South Korea, it has managed to unveil some of the darkest secrets of the entertainment industry, according to Allkpop.

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Jo Min Ki

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The 52-year-old actor is also a professor at Cheongju University.

Using his authority, he constantly sexually harass students, invite them to his house, offer them drinks, and also asking a student to live with him.

So disgusting.

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He was reported by a netizen and his actions immediately got him suspended from the institution.

While his agency denied the claims, more victims spoke up about his dirty deeds.

The actor has now deactivated his social media accounts and cancelled all schedules.

He previously acted in numerous dramas, such as Moon Lovers.

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Oh Dal Soo

At the same time, another netizen spoke up about an actor whose last name is Oh.

“In the 90s at Busan theater, he was a play-actor that constantly harassed young hoobaes. Currently, he’s a famous comedic supporting actor. To me, he’s a pervert, the devil, and a psychopath. I have been receiving mental treatment for the past 20 years due to the shock of the disgusting incident. I hope he gets punished.”

Links were drawn to 50-year-old Oh Dal Soo.

He starred in many well-known films, such as Miracle in Cell No.7.

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The actor has not given any reply regarding the issue.

However, it is reported that he has broken up with actress Chae Kook Hee.

Jo Jae Hyun

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An alleged victim claimed that a ‘J’ forcefully kissed a staff worker and touched her breast.

Hearing the news, actress Choi Yul shared a photo of Jo Jae Hyun on her Instagram and revealed, “I was wondering when this would bust. Happened earlier than I thought. It’s now just the beginning. There are still many more trash out there. I can’t say much because I have a lot to lose but till the day where there are no perverts #metoo #withyou.”

An alleged victim revealed in an interview that Jo would come to her from behind and slid his hand underneath her clothes.

He will then give her cash and told her to forget everything.

Currently, he’s part of tvN‘s drama Cross.

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The producers have stated that he will be removed “as soon as possible”.

He has admitted

Following investigations into the matter, Jo has admitted to the claims.

“This is Jo Jae Hyun. The first rumor claimed an actor who is also a theater owner forcibly kissed a young staff member after making her sit on his lap. When these rumors came out, I was planning to explain myself because some parts of the story are different than the truth. Shortly afterwards, I came across another interview that raises other suspicions. I was surprised because I had no memory of it. I had an awful mindset at the time, and I thought it was just slander. A few news articles began making false speculations as well, so I hoped it would all just come to an end. Instead of reflecting on myself, I spent time having shameful and crude thoughts. I’m a monster for trying to avoid the results of my idiotic thoughts and disgusting actions in the past. I confess. I’ve lived a wrong life. Throughout my 30-year acting career, I’ve made many mistakes with morally wrong words and actions towards my colleagues, staff members, and juniors. I’m a sinner. I bow my head in apology to the victims who’ve been greatly hurt. I plan to put everything down. I will no longer think of myself. I won’t try to avoid it. I’ll put [my career] down. From now on, I’ll look back on my life with a remorseful heart towards the victims. I’m very ashamed and sorry.”

His daughter Jo Hae Jung, who is known for her role in Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, has disabled the comments function on her SNS.

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Thoughts

I’m glad the #MeToo movement is empowering women and giving them the courage to speak out and face their fear.

But we all know that there are so many of them who are still hiding in fear.

Let’s hope that one day their voices can be heard without judgement.

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