Korean singers Kim Chungha (김청하) and Nam Yoo-jung (남유정) have recently been embroiled in a "theater etiquette" controversy. A netizen posted an accusation online, alleging that the two displayed behavior that disrupted other audience members' experience while watching the musical 'Portrait of a Young Man' (소년의 초상), igniting discussion across Korean online communities.
A post circulating on social media and Korean online forums recounted the author's experience attending a performance of the musical 'Portrait of a Young Man,' starring singer Yoon Ji-sung (윤지성). During the show, the author claimed to have seen several celebrities in attendance, including Kim Chungha and Nam Yoo-jung.
The netizen alleged that Kim Chungha and Nam Yoo-jung were seated directly behind them. During the performance, one of the artists reportedly checked their phone multiple times to see the time, while the other placed their legs on the seat in front, repeatedly lifting and lowering them. The netizen found this behavior highly uncomfortable.
The netizen expressed frustration, stating, "Even if they are celebrities, they should observe basic etiquette. What were they doing? Even if they weren't celebrities, this is still bad theater etiquette." They further revealed that after the curtain call but before the special curtain call, they intended to remind the individual that "phones cannot be used during the performance." However, the individual allegedly glared at them before leaving the venue. The netizen concluded by saying, "I hope they don't do anything that affects other audience members in the future. Today was truly unpleasant."
The incident gained traction due to a group photo released after the performance that day. Following the show, musical lead Yoon Ji-sung posted a photo on his personal social media account with the caption, "Thank you, princesses, for coming to the show." The photo showed Yoon Ji-sung posing with Kim Chungha, Nam Yoo-jung, and Yu Yeon-jung (유연정), among others, who are presumed to be the artists who attended the performance to show their support.
However, there is currently no definitive evidence to confirm that the two audience members mentioned in the netizen's post were indeed Kim Chungha and Nam Yoo-jung, and the actual situation at the venue that day remains unverified. Neither Kim Chungha nor Nam Yoo-jung's agencies have publicly responded to the allegations, leaving the incident in the realm of netizen speculation.
In other news, Kim Chungha recently announced the termination of her exclusive contract with her agency, MORE VISION. Nam Yoo-jung continues her entertainment activities, having recently released a new single featuring reinterpreted songs, maintaining an active public presence.
