Broadcasting Industry on Alert Amid COVID-19 Spread... Kim Wonhae and Heo Dongwon Test Positive

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Actor Kim Won-hae, who appeared in the movie 'Unni'

The broadcasting industry is on high alert due to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19). Celebrities who have tested positive are emerging one after another.

Management company DoubleSG Company announced on the 20th, “Actor Kim Won-hae has tested positive for COVID-19,” adding, “He has canceled all scheduled events and is currently in self-quarantine.” They also stated, “He will be transferred to a hospital as soon as a bed becomes available.”

Kim Won-hae was not initially a testing candidate but underwent testing on the 19th as a precautionary measure. This was because actor Seo Seong-jong, who was scheduled to appear together in the play ‘Jjamppong,’ tested positive for COVID-19 the day before. DoubleSG Company said, “It is unclear whether Kim Won-hae was infected by Seo Seong-jong or a third party,” adding, “A detailed epidemiological investigation seems necessary.”

Actor Heo Dong-won who appeared in the movie 'Beasts Clawing at Straws'

Another cast member, Heo Dong-won, also tested positive for COVID-19 on the same day. His agency, Ace Factory, explained, “He was contacted by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency the day before, underwent testing, and has been in self-quarantine,” adding, “The test results confirmed secondary infection from Seo Seong-jong, and he is currently undergoing additional tests after being transferred.”

Heo Dong-won was also filming the drama ‘Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol,’ which is set to air on the 26th. Ace Factory stated, “We immediately shared the test results so that related parties could take precautions.” Seo Seong-jong, who tested positive the day before, is appearing in the drama ‘That Guy is That Guy.’ A representative said, “All contacts are undergoing testing.” Both dramas have currently halted filming entirely.

Actor Oh Man-seok, who is appearing on the variety show ‘Genre Only Comedy,’ has a history of contact with a COVID-19 positive individual and is awaiting test results. Filming has been completely suspended, and disinfection measures have been implemented in the building.

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