List of Top Korean Actors with Problematic Scandals Involving Women, Some See Their Careers Improve or Choose to End Their Lives

In 2000, when Lee Jung Jae was still in his 20s, he was reported to have been arrested by the Heundae police in Busan after dragging a woman out of a car in front of a club. Lee Jung Jae was said to have kicked the woman, causing her injuries for two weeks. He was also reported to have been arrested twice for driving under the influence. Now he is widely known thanks to the drama SQUID GAME. FYI, Lee Jung Jae is also frequently mentioned in the Jung Woo Sung case because they are friends.

Joo Jin Mo and fellow celebrities are suspected of discussing prostitution issues in leaked texts circulated by hackers. The actor previously admitted to being threatened by hackers but did not take it seriously until the texts were eventually made public. Joo Jin Mo apologized, including to the woman he mentioned, but his reputation has already deteriorated in the eyes of many people.

Jang Dong Gun became a topic of conversation after 2020 due to his involvement in a leaked text scandal. In the messages, he discussed looking for young women with his fellow actor, Joo Jin Mo. Jang Dong Gun did not respond to this case. However, his reputation was tarnished because he is married to Ko So Young.

In 2009, Lee Byung Hun was accused of infidelity while dating Lee Min Jung, but the news quickly faded. However, in 2014, Lee Byung Hun became involved in the blackmail of two women (Dahee from GLAM and model Lee Jiyeon) who recorded their inappropriate conversations in 2014. Because of this scandal, Lee Byung Hun earned the nickname Lee Santa from netizens (a term given to him by the two women for being generous). Despite this, Lee Byung Hun's career continues to shine in the entertainment industry, and he still receives awards for his acting.

In 2016, Uhm Tae Woong got involved with the law over allegations of sexual harassment at a massage parlor. The court did state that it was not a case of harassment, but from this, it was revealed that Uhm Tae Woong used prostitution services while he was already married and had children. After this case, Uhm Tae Woong went on hiatus from the entertainment world.

Park Shi Hoo was once an idol for many women after the drama PROSECUTOR PRINCESS, even being said to have caused a 'syndrome' due to his charm. However, unfortunately, in 2013, he was embroiled in a scandal and accused of sexual harassment against a trainee actress after a drinking event. This case ended amicably, but Park Shi Hoo's career has not been as bright as before.

Kang Ji Hwan, one of the charismatic Korean actors, was involved in a scandal in 2019. He was arrested on charges of sexual harassment against two female staff members of his agency after a drinking event at the actor's home. Because of this case, Kang Ji Hwan left the drama JOSEON SURVIVAL and has been inactive in the entertainment industry ever since.

Park Yoochun caused a stir among many people after he was accused of sexual harassment against several women, as well as gambling, drug abuse, and contract violations. After this case, Yoochun's career in Korea was ruined, but he is still accepted by his fans in Japan.

Oh Dal Su is one of the actors who has starred in many box office Korean films. Therefore, when he was accused of sexual harassment against several women, including actress Uhm Ji Young, and abusing power, many were shocked. Initially denying the allegations, the actor eventually apologized. He was also removed from the drama MY MISTER and decided to farm on Goje Island. In 2019, after the statute of limitations for this case expired and no investigation took place, Oh Dal Su was declared not guilty. The actor is now active again in the acting world.

Kim Yong Gun, a senior actor who is also the father of Ha Jung Woo, has a child with a woman who is 39 years younger than him and has been in a relationship for 10 years. Kim Yong Gun was 75 years old in 2021. Kim Yong Gun was accused of urging the woman to terminate her pregnancy. After denying and expressing regret over what happened, Kim Yong Gun emphasized that he is willing to take responsibility for the child.

Another senior actor, Jo Min Ki, was involved in a scandal in 2018. More than 20 female students at Cheongju University reported that the MOON LOVERS actor had been harassing them for years, such as inappropriate touching, making sexual comments, and abusing his position as a professor to approach victims. Jo Min Ki initially denied it but later apologized and was fired from the university. In March 2018, Jo Min Ki was found dead in the parking lot of his apartment in Seoul after taking his own life.

Before his death, Lee Sun Gyun was suspected of drug abuse and engaging in prostitution. He is alleged to have had a relationship with a woman who claimed to have been paid by Lee Sun Gyun for special services. The woman is also said to have extorted Lee Sun Gyun by threatening to reveal their relationship and other illegal activities. Lee Sun Gyun, through his lawyer, denied engaging in prostitution services but admitted to knowing the woman.

Jung Woo Sung, who has always had the image of a handsome and nice ahjussi, is now revealed to have a child with Moon Gabi and has refused to marry the model. Jung Woo Sung is also rumored to have a girlfriend (in fact, it is said that he has more than one). What do you think, KLovers? Don't forget to follow other news on KapanLagi.com, if not now, when else?