[Asia Economy Reporter Kang Hyesoo] Actor Jung Junwon, who is appearing in the JTBC drama 'The World of the Married,' has caused controversy after it was revealed that he smoked and drank alcohol despite being a minor.
On the afternoon of the 10th, several photos were posted on the online Dmo community under the title "'The World of the Married' Haegang's main Facebook." The person in the photos was Jung Junwon, who currently plays Cha Haegang, a friend of Jeon Jinseo, Kim Hee-ae's son, in the drama 'The World of the Married.' In the photos, Jung Junwon was seen drinking and smoking with friends. Additionally, Jung Junwon posted a photo of an electronic cigarette with the comment "Anyone want to buy?" which sparked controversy.
According to his profile, Jung Junwon was born in July 2004 and is currently a minor. Netizens have expressed concern and criticism over the 17-year-old Jung Junwon drinking and smoking with friends. Especially since Jung Junwon plays a role in 'The World of the Married' where he advises Jeon Jinseo, who commits theft, to "live properly," creating an even more ironic situation. Jung Junwon's SNS, where the photos were posted, has now been set to private.
Jung Jun-won, appearing as Jeon Jin-seo's friend in the JTBC drama 'The World of the Married' / Photo by 'The World of the Married' capture
In response, Jung Junwon's agency, Dain Entertainment, released an official statement saying, "This is the agency's position regarding the post by actor Jung Junwon that occurred today."
Dain Entertainment said, "First, we sincerely apologize for the lack of management of our actor while managing him. We are currently thoroughly investigating the situation internally and will ensure that such incidents do not happen again." They bowed their heads and apologized, saying, "We are sorry for causing controversy during the socially unsettled situation due to COVID-19, and we sincerely apologize to the production team of the drama 'The World of the Married.'"
They also emphasized, "Going forward, our agency will manage our actors more carefully and do our best to prevent recurrence and improve the situation. Thank you," assuring that such incidents will not happen again.
Actor Jung Junwon debuted at the age of 8 in the film 'Pacemaker' and won the Youth Acting Award in 2017 for the KBS drama 'Father Is Strange.'
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