Famous Actress Tang Wei Calmly Addresses Journalist’s Questions About Kim Soo Hyun’s Controversy Linked to Late Kim Sae Ron, Leading to Widespread Criticism of Reporter for Dragging Her Into Unrelated Drama
Actress Tang Wei found herself unexpectedly drawn into the controversy surrounding Kim Soo Hyun after a journalist questioned her about the actor during an interview at the 18th Asian Film Awards on March 16th. The questions stemmed from past photos of Tang Wei and Kim Soo Hyun at events.
Tang Wei and Kim Soo Hyun
Unwanted Questions
On March 16, Tang Wei attended the 18th Asian Film Awards.
During the interview, Tang Wei was asked about the “controversy” surrounding Kim Soo Hyun, which involves allegations from Kim Sae Ron’s aunt about their past relationship. Tang Wei clarified that she had only met Kim Soo Hyun at a premiere. When the reporter pressed further, Tang Wei maintained her composure, stating that she did not know him well.
Here’s how the conversation went:
Reporter: “Have you been paying attention to the recent reports of Kim Soo Hyun’s controversy?”
Tang Wei: “I haven’t been paying attention, sorry. I think he once came to a premiere, and I saw him.”
Reporter: “But did you keep in touch with him?”
Tang Wei: “Actually, I don’t know…”
Reporter: “Would you perhaps find an opportunity to ask how he’s doing?”
Tang Wei: “Actually, I don’t know him. Sorry.”
Netizen Reactions
The interview quickly gained attention on Weibo, and netizens expressed strong disapproval of the journalist’s line of questioning. Many felt it was inappropriate to involve Tang Wei in a controversy she had no connection to.
Here are some of the reactions:
“This was so unnecessary. What does this have anything to do with the goddess…”
“The media’s questions make me speechless.”
“You empathize with one girl but push another innocent one to the top of the hot search rankings. Some people are heartless.”
“Quit asking actresses these kind of boring questions. No one wants anything to do with a pedophile.”
“Why do you have to ask a question like this? Speechless.”
“Even if she knew him, there’s nothing she could say.”
“Tang Wei has taken photos with countless people at various events, so it’s normal that she wouldn’t know…he doesn’t deserve any interactions anyway.”
The overwhelming sentiment was that Tang Wei should not have been asked about Kim Soo Hyun’s situation, especially given her limited interaction with him.
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