Actress Park Eun-bin asked to refrain from parodying ENA's 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo', but was criticized by some netizens.

On August 24th, News 1 released an interview with Park Eun-bin, the key protagonist of ENA's 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo'.

In the drama, Park Eun-bin is a genius lawyer with autism spectrum disorder, Woo Young-woo, who gradually grows up, leaving a deep impression on viewers.

As the drama gained great popularity, various videos of parodying Woo Young-woo were uploaded online, and Park Eun-bin was well aware of this.

Park Eun-bin said, "Personally, when I was playing Young-woo, I thought about it carefully and did not take it lightly, so I am cautious about wanting Woo Young-woo to exist only in the drama worldview." 

She continued, "I want to believe that you are not doing this to demean those who follow you. However, there may be reactions that are different from your own intentions. I'll tell you,".

Park Eun-bin seems to have made such remarks for fear that even if the parody people are not malicious, they are concerned that they may hurt someone.

However, some netizens reacted coldly to Park Eun-bin's remarks.

Netizens were disappointed, saying, "It's not a selective permission, and dementia can be imitated and autism can't be." 

Some people strongly criticized, saying, "It's okay to act yourself and not someone else's" and "I'm making money while acting for the disabled, but it's not for others."

On the other hand, some showed respect for Park Eun-bin's remarks, saying that people who are angry without understanding the overall context do not understand.

Meanwhile, Park Eun-bin talked about the second season of 'Woo Young-woo' with a slightly different texture from the other actors.

Park Eun-bin said, "Personally, I think it would be nice if you could leave the last ending scene of 'Pleasure' as if you were taking a picture and put it in a treasure box. I want to send it to you proudly. I think it will take a big decision.”

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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