“In her zero tolerance for misogyny era”- Fans react to Hyeri's reaction towards Jung Woo-sung at Blue Dragon Film Awards amid fatherhood controversy

South Korean actor Jung Woo-sung, known for his celebrated career in films like The King, was embroiled in a controversy after confirming he is the father of a child with model Moon Ga-bi. The revelation, coupled with disputes over parenting and marriage, sparked public debate in South Korea on November 24, 2024.

Meanwhile, Lee Hyeri went viral for her reaction towards Jung Woo-sung as he appeared on stage at the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards to receive the 'Most-Viewed Film Award' for 12.12: The Day. The ceremony was held on November 29, 2024, at the KBS Hall, Yeouido in Seoul.

While actress Lim Ji-yeon (Revolver) cheered and clapped for Jung Woo-sung, actress-and-singer Hyeri was seen sporting a blank face and lightly clapping. Netizens assumed that Hyeri allegedly gave a cold reaction due to Jung Woo-sung's ongoing controversy where he reportedly refused to take responsibility for Moon Ga-bi's son.

One fan wrote on X:

"lee hyeri, i love you to the moon and back. she’s fully thriving in her zero tolerance for misogyny era. queen behavior only!"

Some netizens even wondered how the South Korean entertainment industry let Jung Woo-sung attend the award show despite an ongoing scandal:

"Why are they acting like he did something so impressive. hyeri is the only normal one amongst them," one fan wrote.

"Love that for hyeri,but i think its kind if hard for the others to show dislike especially since he is such a big sunbae in 'korean acting world', while hyeri debuted as an idol, so she isn't really in direct sunbae-hoobae line of that guy," another fan said.

"It’s honestly horrible cuz of this was a women in his position she would of been black listed already," another fan added.

Others said that one could tell from Hyeri's face that she was aware of the actor's ongoing controversy and wasn't pleased about it.

"Her face tells a whole story and good for her!" one fan commented.

"Why are so many people going she should be professional , or she should clap or be respectful, we are not going to respect this type of people who cheated, made his wife life like hell when she did nothing, THE AUDACITY as a woman i wouldn’t love to see anyone in that position" another fan said.

"Lee Hyeri is unstoppable, embracing her zero tolerance for misogyny, pure queen energy and confidence!" another fan lauded her.

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More about Jung Woo-sung having a child with Moon Ga-bi out of wedlock

The controversy unfolded on November 22, 2024, when Moon Ga-bi shared on Instagram that she had recently given birth to a baby boy. In her post, she disclosed her decision to keep the pregnancy private, citing her desire to prioritize her child’s well-being. Moon Ga-bi expressed her hope to provide her son with unconditional love and a stable life.

Just a day later, South Korean news outlet Dispatch reported that 12.12: The Day actor was the father of Moon Ga-bi's child. The two reportedly met at a private gathering in 2022 and maintained contact. Moon Ga-bi became pregnant in mid-2023, with paternity tests confirming Jung Woo-sung as the father.

On November 24, Jung Woo-sung’s agency, Artist Company, issued a statement confirming that he was the father, as per Dispatch. The statement emphasized the actor’s commitment to supporting his child and exploring the best arrangements for the child’s future.

However, The King actor reportedly opposed Moon Ga-bi’s preference for marriage as a means to ensure a stable environment for their child.

On November 25, 2025, Ten Asia reported that the actor has been dating another non-celebrity for the last decade. He was reportedly in a committed relationship with her when he met and had an affair with Moon Ga-bi.

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Jung Woo-sung is 51 and Moon Ga-bi is 35, and their son was born in March 2024.