Actor Jung Woo Sung has been criticized for not marrying Moon Ga Bi, the mother of his child, but legal experts have shared a deeper reason behind his decision.

On November 26th, a video titled "Why Jung Woo Sung Refuses to Marry, Even if He Gets Criticized (feat. 13-Year Divorce Lawyer)" was posted on lawyer Ahn Se Hoon's YouTube channel, Good Lawyer - Research Institute for Gender Issues [An Byun TV].

In the video, Ahn discusses Jung Woo Sung’s reasons from a legal standpoint, explaining that the actor's decision is not simply to avoid marriage but comes with significant legal concerns.

Ahn said, "Jung Woo Sung has a real reason for refusing to marry, despite the harsh criticism. It's not about avoiding marriage; there's a serious reason behind it."

He went on to explain, "Jung Woo Sung only acknowledges himself as the biological father of the child. He is not interested in becoming Moon Ga Bi's husband or the father of her child in a legal sense. He has made it clear that while he will support the child financially, he will not marry. For someone like Jung Woo Sung, marriage could be a huge risk. Is it fair to criticize him for that?"

Ahn clarified, "The key issue is whether marriage is the only way to take responsibility. Jung Woo Sung is saying, 'Yes, I will take responsibility, but marriage is not the solution.' While this may contrast with his public image of supporting causes like refugee rights, his decision not to marry or fully embrace the role of father can come across as harsh or even cold. But legally, his choice makes sense."

Ahn then discussed Jung Woo Sung's wealth, which is estimated based on public reports. According to a 2021 blog post, Jung Woo Sung earns over 700 million KRW per commercial and has an estimated total wealth of around 60 billion KRW, including advertising revenue and real estate holdings.

Ahn explained the legal risks involved in marriage, particularly the "5-year efficiency, 10-year promise" rule in Korean divorce law.

He said, "If Jung Woo Sung married and then divorced after living together for 5 years, he would have to give 30% of his wealth. After 10 years, this increases to 50%." In the worst-case scenario, Jung Woo Sung could be required to give up to 30 billion KRW, or even more.

On the other hand, Ahn pointed out that paying child support is a more manageable option. In Korea, the highest child support bracket is 12 million KRW per month, though it could vary depending on the case.

However, no matter the amount, the payments will not exceed 3 million KRW per month. This allows Jung Woo Sung to fulfill his financial responsibilities without the significant risk of asset division in the event of a divorce.

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Actor Jung Woo Sung is once again at the center of controversy as alleged direct messages (DMs) he sent to a non-celebrity woman have surfaced online.

On November 26, several online communities began sharing screenshots of Instagram DMs supposedly exchanged between Jung Woo Sung and a woman identified as "A."

In the messages, the individual, believed to be Jung Woo Sung, started the conversation by complimenting A’s “cool profession.” When A questioned, “You weren’t hacked, right?” the person responded, “No, I saw your feed and thought you seemed like someone who enjoys and excels in their work. I held back for a while but decided to say hello.”

As the exchange continued, the messages became more personal, with the individual sharing scenic photos and details about their daily life. After a couple of days, the individual reportedly asked, “Can I share my number with you?” and offered their contact information, suggesting they continue the conversation through text.

The alleged DMs reportedly date back to 2021 or earlier, during the filming of The Silent Sea, a Netflix original series produced by Jung Woo Sung.

This comes on the heels of recent revelations involving Moon Ga Bi, who broke her social media silence to announce her pregnancy and childbirth.

It was later revealed that Jung Woo Sung is the biological father of her child, which led to a public stir. Despite his confirmation to support the child financially, Jung Woo Sung has not expressed intentions to marry.

The controversy deepened when it was reported that Jung Woo Sung was in a long-term relationship with another non-celebrity woman, who was allegedly shocked to learn about his child with Moon Ga Bi. Additionally, affectionate sticker photos of Jung Woo Sung with yet another woman, believed to be a non-celebrity, have circulated online.

Regarding these allegations, including confirmation of his paternity, Jung Woo Sung's representatives have stated they are “unable to verify” the claims at this time.

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