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South Korean actor Ha Young apologises for great-grandfather’s past
South Korean actor Ha Young issued a handwritten apology on August 12 after her great-grandfather Ahn Sang-ho was confirmed as a council member of a pro-Japanese organisation during Japan's 1910-1945 colonial rule.…
The Story in Brief
South Korean actor Ha Young issued a handwritten apology on August 12 after her great-grandfather Ahn Sang-ho was confirmed as a council member of a pro-Japanese organisation during Japan's 1910-1945 colonial rule. The controversy erupted after Ha Young spoke about her family's medical history on a talk show, calling her great-grandfather a source of pride.
Her agency Bistus Entertainment initially denied the allegations but later acknowledged the historical records. Ha Young expressed shame for speaking lightly about the painful colonial period and vowed to examine her family history more thoroughly. The apology comes days before South Korea's National Liberation Day on August 15.
The Indian Opinion
Some critics argue Ha Young is being unfairly judged for her ancestor's actions, but she fuelled the backlash by boasting of family pride without knowing the facts. The agency's denial-turned-confession only worsened the mess. The real test: will this controversy make Korean entertainment firms verify family histories of rising stars before they speak publicly?
Sources (2): hindustantimes.com, hindustantimes.com (2)
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