Jung Woo-sung’s Personal Life Controversy Leads to Absence from 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards

Jung Woo-sung Withdraws from the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards Amid Controversy

On November 26, sources within the film industry reported that Jung Woo-sung had initially planned to attend the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards scheduled for November 29. However, following further discussions, he decided to withdraw from the event due to ongoing controversies surrounding his personal life.

Jung Woo-sung, nominated for Best Actor for his performance in the hit film Spring in Seoul, has a longstanding association with the Blue Dragon Film Awards. While he initially aimed to attend despite recent allegations regarding an extramarital child, heightened scrutiny on November 25 ultimately influenced his choice to withdraw.

In a previous statement, Jung Woo-sung acknowledged his status as a father but clarified that he was not in a marital relationship with the child’s mother, Moon Ga-bi. The public reaction has been mixed, with new reports emerging about his rumored long-term relationship with a non-celebrity, which has intensified media speculation and public interest. Consequently, Jung has opted to maintain a low profile, refraining from public engagements.

His agency has confirmed his absence from the awards ceremony, stating, “It is true that he has expressed his intention not to attend, but discussions are still ongoing.” They further declined to comment on the personal allegations, stating, “We have no official statement regarding Jung Woo-sung’s private life.”

In the wake of these controversies, it is noteworthy that Jung has not secured any new advertising partnerships since his 2022 campaign with NHN Hangame. Furthermore, he stepped down as a goodwill ambassador for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in July after a significant tenure of nine years. Despite the impressive box office success of Spring in Seoul, which marked his first film to surpass 10 million viewers, he has reportedly turned down several advertising proposals.

The situation took a dramatic turn on November 24 when it was publicly revealed that Jung Woo-sung is the father of a son born to Moon Ga-bi in March, coming as a surprise to his fans and the public alike.

Currently, Jung Woo-sung is involved in the production of the anticipated Disney+ series Made in Korea. However, this project may face potential boycotts in light of recent events. Additionally, past remarks from Jung have resurfaced on social media, leading to further backlash from netizens.

For more updates, you can refer to the Nate news article.

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