Kim Soo-young apologizes for controversy over blocking questions about the origin of marinated crab, saying, "Our response was insufficient."

Controversy over post claiming chat was blocked after asking about product originComedian Kim Su-young apologizes after blocking questions about the origin of marinated crabs. /Kim Su-young's social media[THE FACT|Reporter Park Ji-yoon] Comedian Kim Su-young has apologized for blocking some viewers' chats during a live broadcast.On the 20th, Kim Su-young uploaded a long post and an apology video to his social media, stating, "I sincerely apologize to those who felt inconvenienced by the issue of blocking chats related to product origin during a recent live broadcast."Previously, a controversy arose when posts claiming that Kim Su-young blocked a user's chat for asking about the origin of marinated crabs during a live broadcast promoting the product on his YouTube channel were posted on various social media platforms.In response, Kim Su-young stated, "Questions about the origin of the product continued during the broadcast, and I directly informed viewers that the crabs were Yeonpyeongdo female blue crabs and the chili powder was from China. I also explained the safety of the product based on what I had confirmed."He added, "There were times when I felt mentally exhausted due to repeated malicious slander and aggressive chats during the broadcast, and it was difficult to respond to every fast-moving chat. However, if those who asked legitimate questions also experienced inconvenience due to chat blocking, our response was insufficient. I sincerely apologize for this."Kim Su-young also said, "Questions from those curious about the origin should naturally be respected, and I will continue to answer related questions diligently. However, please understand that blocking measures may be taken for malicious slander or repeated aggressive chats that are not legitimate questions, in order to ensure a smooth broadcast."Kim Su-young, who debuted as a KBS 26th public gagman in 2011, imprinted his presence on the public through segments like 'Dad and Son' and 'Last Health Boy' on KBS2's 'Gag Concert'. He recently launched a marinated crab brand and is continuing sales activities through live broadcasts.jiyoon-1031@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]