Choi Hyun Wook Receives Flak For Public Smoking — Fans Weigh In
Rising star Choi Hyun Wook's "good boy" image was tampered earlier this month after being caught smoking with women in public places.
Many viewers expressed their disappointment with the actor's behavior. The "Twinkling Watermelon" star has become the hottest topic in various online communities.
Choi Hyun Wook Under Fire For Public Smoking
On October 5, "Twinkling Watermelon" star Choi Hyun Wook received massive hits and criticisms after he was caught smoking in a public area.
In a video that circulated in various online communities, the actor was caught on camera smoking and tossing cigarette butts in a non-smoking area while hanging around mysterious women.
Netizens can't hide their disappointment with the actor, especially after seeing him holding one of the women's hands while casually throwing cigarette butts onto the sidewalk.
After the video gained traction, many fans and critics weighed in. One fan said, "Rumor has it he visits hunting pubs and he's also close with the CEO who helped Yoo Ah In's friend escape from drug charges."
However, there's no evidence for the netizen's statement. Another spectator came into Choi Hyun Wook's defense, saying that it's not a crime to visit clubs and have one-night stands.
Sadly, smoking in public places while also littering is considered a misdemeanor crime in South Korea, which is the main concern of the actor's fans and viewers.
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Meanwhile, Choi Hyun Wook gained huge attention for his performances in his back-to-back hit dramas "Twenty Five, Twenty One," "Weak Hero Class 1" and "D.P. 2."
Choi Hyun Wook Apologizes For Indecent Behavior
Following the backlash, the young actor released a statement through his agency, Gold Medalist, which is also home to Seol In Ah, Seo Ye Ji, Kim Soo Hyun and more.
The actor asked for everyone's forgiveness for his "unsavory" attitude and carelessness. Choi Hyun Wook also apologized to the director and writer of "Twinkling Watermelon," his on-going drama, who are also affected by the actor's indecent actions.
In his statement, Choi Hyun Wook said that he humbly accepts all the scolding and warnings from his manager and company.
"I promise to reflect on myself and work hard to show a more mature side of myself in the future," the actor concluded.
On the other hand, Choi Hyun Wook stars as a vivacious teen with big dreams in the newly released youth drama "Twinkling Watermelon" with Ryeoun, Seol In Ah and Shin Eun Soo.
Catch it every Monday and Tuesday on tvN at 8:50 p.m. KST. It is also streaming on Viu for international audiences so check it out now.
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Written by Elijah Mully.
