In an effort to mitigate public backlash after his controversy involving a first pitch during the KBO postseason semi-playoffs, actor Choi Hyun Wook took action on his own.

This incident occurred on October 9, 2025, at Incheon SSG Landers Field in Game 1, when Choi Hyun Wook immediately shocked the young batter with a first pitch crazy enough to fly over his head.

The star actor, a former top-notch baseball player during his school days, hurled the ceremonial ball with significant velocity.

But the path the ball took stunned onlookers as well as television viewers, leaving everyone worried about safety in such public gatherings.

In a statement made soon after the incident, Choi showed sincerest regret via his fan contact system.

He confessed to having been nervous while pitching and having his intention to personally contact the child and their family.

"I was really nervous yesterday, and the ball slipped. If I can get in contact with the child and their parents, I'll apologize," Choi Hyun Wook stated, directly addressing the controversy.

Even after his public apology, there has been ongoing criticism online, with most netizens calling his actions "reckless" and "unsafe."

The entertainment industry and the general public have called on fans to demand stricter safety protocols when making ceremonial appearances.

According to Koreaboo, Choi's agency Gold Medalist has since begun working closely with the SSG Landers team to locate the child's family for a direct meeting.

If personal contact cannot be arranged, Choi reportedly plans to send a handwritten apology letter to convey his regret.

An insider familiar with the situation revealed to Sports DongA, "Choi Hyun Wook sincerely regrets the incident. He is considering both phone contact and a handwritten letter to convey a personal apology to the child and their family."

The report also noted that Choi's team has reviewed safety footage and is cooperating with event officials to ensure similar accidents are prevented in future ceremonial appearances.

While there is still mixed opinion, many have recognized Choi's immediate and accountable response.

The fact that the actor made his own decision to apologize reflects an increased recognition of the responsibility of public figures to account for unexpected situations when they appear.