The promotional teaser for the upcoming K-drama ‘History of Scruffiness’ has ignited controversy, notably due to the apparent absence of actress Song Ha Yoon from the footage. This absence comes in the wake of escalating allegations of school violence against the actress, casting a shadow over the drama’s impending release.
Streaming platforms Wavve and Watcha released the official teaser for ‘History of Scruffiness’ on YouTube, offering a glimpse into the drama set to premiere on February 26, 2025. The teaser prominently features the drama’s main cast, including Jo Byeong Kyu, Ryeoun, Jung Jae Kwang, Minah, Jung Yong Ju, Lee Min Ji, and Hwang Bo Reum Byeol. However, keen-eyed viewers quickly noticed the conspicuous absence of Song Ha Yoon, who was initially announced as a lead actress alongside Cho Byeong Kyu.
This exclusion from the teaser has fueled speculation that it is directly linked to recent school violence accusations leveled against Song Ha Yoon. The actress, who recently garnered significant acclaim for her portrayal of the villain Jung Soo Min in the popular tvN drama ‘Marry My Husband’, now finds her involvement in ‘History of Scruffiness’ under scrutiny.
School Violence Allegations Against Song Ha Yoon
The controversy began when an individual claiming to be a former schoolmate of Song Ha Yoon came forward with serious allegations. This person claimed that the actress had subjected them to a 90-minute slapping incident during their school days.
Following this initial accusation, further claims emerged, alleging Song Ha Yoon‘s involvement in another instance of school violence that purportedly led to her transfer to a different school. These allegations have rapidly gained traction, prompting widespread discussion and concern among fans and the public.
Agency Denies Allegations
In response to the escalating accusations, Song Ha Yoon‘s agency swiftly issued a formal denial. The agency stated that they had directly consulted with the actress and firmly refuted the claims.
After directly confirming with the actress, we can say with certainty that she has never met the person in question, and all allegations are completely false.
Despite the agency’s firm denial, the controversy surrounding Song Ha Yoon persists, particularly with the release of the ‘History of Scruffiness’ teaser omitting her presence.
‘History of Scruffiness’ Release and Delays
‘History of Scruffiness’ is a drama that explores the lives and challenges faced by young individuals navigating themes of love, friendship, and personal development. The narrative centers on a 20-year-old freshman who often makes impulsive decisions, and the drama delves into the consequences of these actions and his journey to manage his inner conflicts.
Notably, ‘History of Scruffiness’ was filmed back in 2022. However, the drama’s release faced significant delays, taking three years to finally reach its premiere date. Interestingly, the delay was reportedly linked to school bullying accusations that surfaced involving both lead actors, Cho Byeong Kyu and Song Ha Yoon, at different times.
Webtoon artists Kim Poong and Sim Yoonsoo, the creators of the original webtoon upon which the drama is based, have also publicly expressed their frustration over the prolonged delay.
We struggled for about two and a half to three years.
The current controversy surrounding Song Ha Yoon and her absence from the teaser adds another layer of complexity to the already challenging journey of ‘History of Scruffiness’ to reach audiences. Whether this controversy will further impact the drama’s release and reception remains to be seen.
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