The drama’s chief producer Bae Kyung-soo, who attended the event, said that producer Kang Min-kyung had decided not to participate in the event after receiving harsh criticism from the public.
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“We agree that a producer not attending a drama’s press conference is a rarity. We suggested that she attend the event, but since her action has stirred a negative reaction, she decided to lie low and focus on producing the first episode of the program with a more humble mindset. Kang, who was also meant to be one of the main guests for today, felt sorry for not being able to be here,” Bae said.
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In July, Kang was embroiled in controversy for criticizing the acting of an actress from “Lovely Horribly” by saying, “Why do you have the facial expression of a bereaved family member of the Sewol ferry?”
The accident on April 16, 2014 had led to the death of more than 300 passengers, mostly high school students on a field trip.
The incident was revealed as one staff member who felt appalled by the remark had shared it in the staff’s chat room.
After facing a storm of criticism, Kang reportedly apologized to staff and decided to keep a low profile.
Romantic horror drama “Lovely Horribly,” starring actors Park Si-hoo, Song Ji-hyo, Lee Gi-kwang, Hahm Eun-jung and Choi Yeo-jin, is set to air its first episode on Aug. 13.
(lotus@heraldcorp.com)
