Kim Soo Hyun’s upcoming drama, “Knock Off,” will continue filming as planned, despite recent controversies surrounding the actor. The production team is moving forward with scheduled activities, even as online discussions call for his removal from the project.
Scheduled Filming Continues
Reports from K-media OSEN confirm that “Knock Off,” starring Kim Soo Hyun and Jo Bo Ah, is currently filming its second season as scheduled. The production team intends to proceed with all previously planned activities, including a production conference set for next month. This decision comes despite public backlash and concerns that the controversies might lead to the drama’s cancellation.
Controversy and Public Reaction
Kim Soo Hyun faced allegations from a YouTube channel, Garosero Research Institute, concerning his past activities. Specifically, the channel released call recordings from Kim Sae Ron’s aunt, which included allegations against Kim Soo Hyun. Additionally, online discussions have focused on past rumors of him dating Kim Sae Ron when she was a minor.
K-netizens have reacted strongly to these allegations. On the online discussion portal the qoo, many expressed their decision not to watch “Knock Off.” Some even called for Kim Soo Hyun to either pay fines for potential losses incurred by the drama’s production or to withdraw from the project altogether, unless he could prove his innocence.
“He said he would deal with it strongly. Let’s just see how they do that.”
“Hope he pays the fines to the production staff. He’s rich anyway from all those appearance fees.”
“He needs to be punished and retire.”
Production Team’s Stance
An official from the “Knock Off” production team stated, “The actors are currently filming on site as scheduled.” They also confirmed that “There have been no special changes (in schedule)” regarding the controversy surrounding Kim Soo Hyun. The production conference will proceed as planned, though the exact date has yet to be finalized.
