Gong Hyeong-jin apologizes for rude remarks towards Cha Ji-yeon... "Sorry to those who felt uncomfortable"

Controversy over remarks and attitude at Far East Broadcasting's 70th anniversary eventActor Gong Hyeong-jin apologized for his rude remarks and attitude towards musical actress Cha Ji-yeon, stating, "I regret that the conversations and expressions exchanged at the scene were conveyed differently from their original intent, leading to misunderstandings and controversy." /THE FACT DB[THE FACT|Reporter Park Ji-yoon] Actor Gong Hyeong-jin has released a statement regarding his rude remarks towards musical actress Cha Ji-yeon.Gong Hyeong-jin's agency, K-Heart Entertainment, stated on the 19th, "Gong Hyeong-jin spoke to his junior, Cha Ji-yeon, with whom he is on friendly terms, with the intention of encouraging her not to be nervous and to be comfortable, and not with the intention of embarrassing or offending her."Earlier, Gong Hyeong-jin took the stage as a special host at the Far East Broadcasting's 70th anniversary event held at Hanyang University on the 17th. He then demanded Cha Ji-yeon, who greeted him, to "bow again because I am your senior," and while looking at the stage screen, said, "Why isn't my picture here? I am much more senior than her," sparking controversy.In response, the agency said, "We regret that the conversations and expressions exchanged at the scene were conveyed differently from their original intent, leading to misunderstandings and controversy," and added, "We have expressed our apologies to junior Cha Ji-yeon and once again apologize to everyone who felt offended."The agency also explained, "Gong Hyeong-jin sincerely regrets if his expressions were perceived as uncomfortable by those who witnessed the event or by fans," and "He is taking seriously the fact that consideration for the other party should come first in public events, even if the words were spoken in a friendly atmosphere, and has conveyed his apologies to those who were concerned."He also apologized for the fact that the meaningful event of the Far East Broadcasting's 70th anniversary became the subject of attention due to this controversy rather than its original purpose.The agency added, "We hope that this incident will be resolved amicably with mutual understanding and consideration, rather than being exaggerated without fully considering the intentions of the parties involved and the context of the scene, and we will strive to be more careful in our public remarks and actions in the future."jiyoon-1031@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]