WEi member and actor Kim Yo Han tests positive for COVID-19 and his upcoming drama "School 2021" gets postponed.
Kim Yo Han Tests Positive For COVID-19, 'School 2021' Premiere Gets Postponed
On November 14, "School 2021" actor Kim Yo Han's agency, OUI Entertainment, shared a statement revealing his positive diagnosis.
According to the artist's label, Kim Yo Han took a test after crossing paths with a supporting actor, who tested positive for COVID-19, while filming KBS2's forthcoming coming-of-age romance drama "School 2021" on November 13.
On the morning of November 14, he was diagnosed as asymptomatic and positive for COVID-19.
Kim Yo Han's members, Jang Dae Hyun, Kang Seok Hwa, Yoo Yong Ha and Kim Jun Seo who have received their complete vaccine with a second dose and Kim Dong Han with his first dose, have also been tested for COVID-19, and are now waiting for their results.
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The company reassures the fans that all the staff and close contacts took the test, and are all cooperating with the instructions and measures of the health authorities.
However, OUI Entertainment regrets to inform everyone that the schedule of the group is currently being rearranged as they undergo self-quarantine.
They concluded, "We apologize for causing fans to worry. We will announce the results of WEi's tests as soon as possible. We ask fans for their kind understanding as we faithfully follow the guidelines and do our best for the sake of the health of our artists."
'School 2021' Production Team Releases Statement
Following a supporting actor and WEi Kim Yo Han's positive results, the production team of "School 2021" also released a statement to announce the postponement of the drama's much awaited premiere.
The production unit of the drama states that all the members of the staff and cast immediately underwent a COVID-19 test, after a supporting actor tested positive on November 13, where Kim Yo Han tested positive.
The rest of the staff and cast of "School 2021" tested negative for COVID-19, and anyone who has been a close contact with the confirmed cases are now under self-quarantine.
"School 2021" production team continues to do its best to prevent the spread of the disease through regular tests and body temperature checks.
They stated, "The situation will be on our watch as we move forward. We will do our utmost to prevent the spread of the virus, and ensure the safety of the staff and cast. We apologize for causing everyone worry."
'School 2021' Release Date and Further Details
Kim Yo Han, Cho Yi Hyun, Chu Young Woo and Hwang Bo Reum Byeol's forthcoming coming-of-age romantic comedy-drama "School 2021," which was originally set to premiere on November 17, has been postponed and pushed back for a week.
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The press conference of the drama is also delayed.
"School 2021" is now scheduled to premiere on November 24 at 9:30 p.m. KST on KBS.
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Written by Elijah Mully.
