Choo Young Woo's Interview on Avoiding Scandals Sparks Fresh Backlash

He tried to show he was being careful, but did he just make things worse? Actor Choo Young Woo, attempting to address his past controversies, has found himself in hot water again over his latest interview, where his explanation for staying home to avoid trouble has drawn sharp criticism from Korean netizens.

“Something Could Happen If I Go Out”

The rising star from 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' was embroiled in several scandals earlier in 2025, including a social media controversy that prompted a public apology. According to News1, in a recent interview, he commented on his life since the incidents. "These days, I really think I need to live more properly, and I hardly go outside at all," Choo Young Woo stated. He explained his caution by saying, "If I make a mistake, people could be even more disappointed, and my fans would struggle more." He added, "I feel at ease [at home], and honestly, something could happen if I go out."

Netizens Unimpressed by the Logic

His explanation, however, has not been well-received. On the popular Korean online forum theqoo, the interview quickly went viral, with many commenters calling the actor "clueless" and suggesting he missed the point of the original controversies. "What does he mean something could happen outside? Like following the wrong people on Instagram?" one user wrote sarcastically. Another pointed out, "I mean, he can access Instagram inside his home, too. Talking about it like that shows how stupid he is."

While a few believed Choo Young Woo's comments were simply an awkward attempt at showing reflection, the majority of reactions were critical. Comments like "He needs to work on his interview skills" and "Why would he even bring that up?" flooded the post, with some questioning whether his agency provides adequate media training.