Actor Park Sung Hoon, who is set to appear in Netflix’s Squid Game Season 2, has finally addressed the controversy surrounding an adult video (AV) parody image he posted online.

During an interview held at a café in Seoul on January 8th, the actor shared his thoughts and issued a heartfelt apology.

“I sincerely apologize for causing discomfort and concern to many people due to my grave mistake,” Park began, holding back tears.

He explained, “The Squid Game team worked incredibly hard, and I feel deeply sorry for any harm this incident may have caused to their efforts.”

What Happened?

On August 30, Park Sung Hoon shared an image on his Instagram Story that parodied Squid Game, showing nude women in tracksuits similar to those from the show. The post was quickly deleted, but it sparked widespread backlash.

Park’s agency, BH Entertainment, explained that the actor had received the image via DM (direct message) and saved it to forward to a company representative. However, it was accidentally uploaded to his Story instead.

Addressing the situation, Park said, “I was preparing for my schedule when I came across the image in a DM. It was during the first week of the series’ release, and we were discussing viewers’ reactions. I was shocked when I saw it and tried to forward it, but I accidentally uploaded it instead.”

“I panicked as soon as I realized what happened,” Park shared. “I immediately contacted my team, deleted the post, and discussed the situation. I did not watch the video itself, and I don’t own a private account—only my current one.”

The actor admitted he’s been reflecting on his mistake. “Although it was unintentional, it was wrong. I’ve spent the past days deeply regretting and reflecting on my actions, and I’m still reflecting even now. I will be more careful moving forward to ensure this doesn’t happen again.”

Park also clarified some misunderstandings, explaining that his agency issued their initial statement based on incomplete information.

“I was just as confused about what happened. There may have been a communication error that caused more misunderstanding,” he said.

When asked about reaching out to Squid Game director Hwang Dong Hyuk, Park revealed he hadn’t had the chance to speak with him directly.

“I tried calling him immediately but couldn’t get through. I thought it would be better to wait until things calmed down before speaking with him,” Park explained, adding that his agency communicated his apology to the director.

The actor concluded with regret, saying, “Looking back, I should have warned about the issue verbally instead of sharing the image. It’s something I deeply regret.”

Fans are now watching closely to see how Park Sung Hoon moves forward from this controversy as he prepares for the highly anticipated release of Squid Game Season 2.

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BTS’s J-Hope is keeping fans excited as he drops even more stunning concept photos for his highly anticipated new single!

On March 4, J-Hope released the second concept photo for his digital single "Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)" through BTS’s official social media, giving fans another glimpse into the warm and romantic theme of his comeback.

In the latest photos, J-Hope brings out the sweet and dreamy vibes of being in love—all in the most familiar place, his home.

He’s seen lying comfortably on a cozy rug, talking on the phone with a blissful smile, and daydreaming with his feet propped up on a chair.

Sitting on the edge of a bathtub, he looks completely relaxed, lost in thought, as the soft sunlight wraps around him, adding to the sentimental and heartwarming mood.

The dreamy setting and his gentle, love-filled expressions perfectly match the theme of "Sweet Dreams," making fans even more excited for the song’s release!

Before the official release, J-Hope will drop teaser videos on March 5 and 6, leading up to the big moment on March 7 at 2 PM KST.

To celebrate, J-Hope is also holding an exclusive offline fan event, "Sweet Dreamland," where 613 lucky ARMYs will get to experience the magic in person at 1 PM KST on March 7.

The number 613 isn’t random—it represents BTS’s debut date, June 13, showing J-Hope’s deep appreciation for his fans.

And don’t worry if you can’t be there in person—the event will be livestreamed on Weverse, so ARMYs all over the world can join in the fun!

"Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)" is a romantic serenade filled with J-Hope’s heartfelt emotions and a desire to love and be loved. With R&B star Miguel lending his smooth vocals to the track, anticipation is through the roof!

J-Hope has already started his first solo world tour with the "j-hope Tour ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE’ in SEOUL", held at the KSPO DOME from February 28 to March 2.

But he didn’t stop there—he surprised fans with a pre-release performance of "Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)," and the crowd went wild!

Even before the official release, the song is already getting rave reviews! On March 3, British music magazine NME gave the concert a five-star rating, praising J-Hope’s powerful stage presence and saying:

"It was clear how much he missed the stage, and that’s where he shines the brightest. He has already proven his abilities as a BTS member, and now, he has done so again as a solo artist. He fully showcased his talent and radiated an energy stronger than ever before."

With a new single, an exclusive fan event, and an exciting world tour ahead, J-Hope is set to dominate the music scene once again! Are you ready to experience "Sweet Dreams"?

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