Comedian Who Flustered Hyeri With Her Controversial Instagram Story Stands Accused Of Sexual Harassment
Comedian Kim Won Hoon became the subject of public scrutiny in February after a clip of him putting Hyeri in an uncomfortable position during a variety show went viral on social media.
In the clip, Kim was seen suggestively mentioning Hyeri’s controversial Instagram caption, “Interesting,” leaving her slightly flustered. Hyeri successfully diverted the situation with her witty response, but netizens were extremely critical of Kim pulling such a move on her, though some also pointed out the possibility of it being a part of the larger skit that they were doing at that moment.
that's right Hyeri, clock that man who makes fun of your pass💀 the way she called him tactless and ignorant before laughing 💅✨️#Hyeri pic.twitter.com/pdIMgVa2e7
— skye 🚀🌃 (@skyeVosbein) March 13, 2025
Regardless, Kim has landed himself in another controversy with a different variety show. On March 27, he appeared as the MC on the first episode of Negotiation King .
During a street interview segment, he approached a civilian couple and asked the man where they were headed to. When the man replied that they were going to the Seolleung Station, Kim made a controversial remark, implying that the couple had spent the previous night in a motel.
Isn’t this a motel area? You guys went home yesterday, right?
— The captions above
In response, the man said, “We just came out.” Kim continued with his joke, asking them where they came out from and quipped, “There are lipstick marks,” while pointing at the man’s lips.
A large number of viewers were offended by Kim’s remarks, with many labeling his actions as sexual harassment. The backlash grew so much that the production team of Negotiation King had to issue an official apology. They also promised to edit out the section from the episode.
