'Pungmun Show' Park Yoochun "I Tried Not to Cry... I Really Wanted to Apologize"

Singer and actor Park Yoochun appeared on Channel A's entertainment program 'Heard It Through the Grapevine' on the 11th and stated, "I really wanted to apologize to the public at least once." Photo by Channel A 'Heard It Through the Grapevine' broadcast capture

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Min Jun-young] Singer and actor Park Yoo-chun, who recently sparked controversy over his return to the entertainment industry, revealed the reason he appeared before the public one year after announcing his retirement: "I really wanted to apologize to the public at least once."

On the afternoon of the 11th, on Channel A's entertainment program 'Rumor Has It' (Pungmun Show), Park Yoo-chun appeared and said, "I wanted to take time to ask for forgiveness. But honestly, even that required a lot of courage. I hesitated to muster the courage and only spent time worrying," he said.

During the broadcast, Park Yoo-chun shared his recent life, saying, "I mostly spend time at home with my family," and added, "When I have complicated thoughts, I often go hiking."

Park Yoo-chun said, "I was worried that by apologizing, people might think I’m just apologizing to ease my own conscience when they see me."

He continued, "During the period of reflection, I often thought, 'The desire to apologize is something I have to carry in my heart for life.' I couldn’t easily decide to face the public. I have many regrets. I wish I had done it sooner."

He added, "Not long ago, after watching a broadcast about me on 'Pungmun Show,' I thought deeply and it became an opportunity to consider, 'What if I apologize?' Rather than just worrying and not making a decision, I thought I should courageously prepare a chance to apologize."

Regarding his future plans, he said, "For the fans who are criticized just for supporting me, I will really try to live my life earnestly. If I live sincerely and truthfully without giving up on the future, I hope there will come a time when the public will recognize me. That is my hope."

Finally, he said, "I am truly very sorry. I think an apology is everything. It is also a promise to myself, and I want to firmly say that I will never repeat the same mistake again."

Previously, Park Yoo-chun was prosecuted in April last year on charges of methamphetamine use and was sentenced to 10 months in prison with a 2-year probation. At that time, he announced his retirement from the entertainment industry amid the controversy over drug use.

However, Park Yoo-chun faced criticism as he opened an official SNS account, held overseas fan meetings, recruited paid fan club members, and published photo books, all signaling his return to the entertainment industry.

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