Yoo Ah In’s Drug Scandal Causes Further Set Back To Highly-Anticipated Netflix K-Drama

Originally slated for a release at the end of last year, it now remains uncertain when the series will be available to viewers.

Netflix’s upcoming series Goodbye Earth has found itself in the midst of controversy and speculation due to the legal issues surrounding its lead actor, Yoo Ah In. The series — eagerly awaited by fans for its unique storyline and impressive cast — has pushed its release date back multiple times.

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Originally slated for a release at the end of last year, it now remains uncertain when the series will be available to viewers.

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Actors Ahn Eun Jin, Yoo Ah In, Jeon Sung Woo, and Kim Yoon Hye (left to right) who were cast for “Goodbye Earth” | Netflix

The show, which also stars Ahn Eun Jin and Jeon Sung Woo, completed filming with a plot that revolves around the chaotic final days of Earth, threatened by an impending comet collision. The narrative had generated considerable buzz, but Yoo Ah In’s drug scandal has dampened the excitement.

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Recent reports from Sports Chosun suggested that Goodbye Earth had finally received a release date of April 26. However, Netflix quickly refuted these claims, stating that no release date has been set.

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Shot from “Goodbye Earth” | Netflix

The decision to delay the release stems from Yoo Ah In’s legal troubles. The actor has been charged with habitual drug use, including the use of propofol and illegal acquisition of sedatives, as well as marijuana use in the United States. His legal battles have cast a shadow over the series, raising questions about his role and how it might affect the show’s launch.

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Despite the controversy, the impact on the cast and crew who have worked hard on the series cannot be ignored. The delay has understandably led to disappointment, as shared by actor Kim Young Woong, who previously expressed sadness over the excitement turning into uncertainty.

How should I express it? The casting news, the delightful phone call, and the first shoot filled with excitement are all about to become nothing but bubbles. Above all, countless staff members who gathered together with patience and sacrifice, actors who gathered to shine each character, and the director who was more eager than anyone…

— Kim Young Woong

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Supporting actor Kim Young Woong shares his thoughts about “Goodbye Earth” being affected by Yoo Ah In’s drug scandal. | YK Media Plus

Netflix has emphasized that decisions regarding the series and Yoo Ah In’s participation are still in progress. The company said they would officially announce the release date and other details once they are decided.

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As the legal proceedings against Yoo Ah In continue, with the fourth trial scheduled for next month, the entertainment industry and fans are closely watching how it will impact his current and future projects, including Goodbye Earth.

Source: wikitree
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