Oh Ji Ho's Gallery Declares Legal Battle Against False Allegations

On September 11, the DC Inside Gallery of Male Celebrities, a prominent online forum dedicated to discussions about male actors, made headlines with an official statement addressing the ongoing speculation surrounding actor Oh Ji Ho.

Expressing Concern and Support

The statement, prominently displayed on their platform, conveyed deep concern over the proliferation of unverified rumors targeting Oh Ji Ho.

It underscored the distress caused by these baseless allegations and reiterated the community's steadfast support for the actor during this challenging time.

"Currently, many speculations about actor Oh Ji Ho are being spread without confirmed evidence. Therefore, we issue this official statement because we cannot stop feeling terrible for him.Oh Ji Ho's fans will keep track of and sue those who spread false rumors in order to defame actor Oh Ji Ho, swore at or insulted him, and ruined his reputation. We will continue to monitor and take all possible legal measures, including civil damages claims, with no leniency and tolerance." -Gallery

Furthermore, the community's statement outlined a firm stance on taking legal action against those responsible for spreading false information and defaming Oh Ji Ho.

It affirmed the intention to pursue all available legal avenues, including civil damages claims, against individuals involved in tarnishing the actor's reputation.

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Allegations and Controversy

The controversy surrounding Oh Ji Ho intensified following accusations made by netizens linking him to a past incident involving actress Heo Yi Jae.

On September 10, Heo Yi Jae appeared in a YouTube video, where she recounted an unsettling encounter with an unnamed actor who allegedly pressured her to engage in inappropriate behavior during a drama filming. Heo Yi Jae recounted the actor's statement, alleging that he insisted, "If male and female co-stars want to act like a couple onscreen, they have to sleep together."

While she did not explicitly name Oh Ji Ho, speculation arose within the online community, leading to heated discussions and debates.

Clarification and Caution

In response to the mounting scrutiny, Heo Yi Jae clarified her stance, urging caution against unjustly targeting individuals based on assumptions. She even commented under the video.

"At that time, I must have been inexperienced, but I'm confident that I have never done anything impolite. However, I told my story with no intention of attacking that person, so please refrain from witch-hunting him." -Heo Yi

As the controversy continues to unfold, both supporters and critics await further developments, underscoring the complexities of navigating issues of accountability and justice in the entertainment industry.

Actor Oh Ji Ho, known for his notable contributions to Korean cinema and television, has yet to release an official statement addressing the allegations.

However, his representatives have indicated their intention to address the matter in due course.

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Written by Joan Cabigas