Ha Jung-woo sparks backlash with ‘aphrodisiac’ comment to fan

Ha Jung-woo sparks backlash with ‘aphrodisiac’ comment to fan

Actor Ha Jung-woo has come under fire for leaving an inappropriate comment in response to a fan’s request on social media. The comment, which has since been deleted, sparked criticism for its suggestive tone. Ha was engaging with fans on Sunday on his social media account when one follower asked him to come up with a nickname. Seemingly referencing the fan’s surname, Choi, the actor replied, “Choieumje,” a word phonetically similar to the Korean…

Ha Jung-woo Faces Backlash Over Suggestive Nickname for Fan

Veteran Korean actor Ha Jung-woo has found himself at the center of controversy after a social media interaction with a fan escalated into public backlash. The incident began when a fan, whose surname is “Choi,” asked Ha Jung-woo for a personalized nickname. In response, Ha Jung-woo coined the nickname “Choi-eum-je,” a phrase that is phonetically similar to the Korean word for “aphrodisiac.” This remark, intended as a witty play on words, quickl…

Ha Jung Woo Draws Criticism for "Aphrodisiac" Comment

Credit: Showbox Ha Jung Woo is facing backlash after leaving a controversial comment on Instagram that many have called inappropriate and sexually suggestive. Recently, a screenshot began circulating online showing a reply the actor left on his own post. According to the capture, a fan had commented asking Ha Jung Woo to give them a nickname. In response, the actor wrote, “Choieumjae (meaning aphrodisiac).” This word in Korean refers broadly to …