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Nana and director apologize for 'The Scandal' appearance controversy
Actress Nana and director Jung Ji Woo have addressed public criticism regarding Nana's appearance in the Netflix historical drama 'The Scandal'. Following the series' release, viewers expressed dissatisfaction, claiming that Nana's lip appearance appeared too modern and inconsistent with the Joseon-era setting.
Nana issued an apology via a fan platform, stating that if her appearance caused discomfort to viewers, it was her own fault as an actress. Director Jung Ji Woo also accepted full responsibility for the visual outcome, noting that he was focused on other aspects of the production and did not realize the lip appearance would become a point of contention.
In addition to aesthetic concerns, the production has faced criticism regarding Nana's acting performance and character portrayal. Despite the actress's efforts to tackle challenging roles and intense scenes, some viewers found her expressions and emotional delivery to be unconvincing for the historical context.
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Jung Ji Woo · Nanã · Netflix · Son Ye-jin · The Scandal
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Critics have also targeted Nana's acting performance in the series. www.koreastardaily.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The director of 'The Scandal' took responsibility for the controversy regarding Nana's lips. www.singtaousa.com · unniepop.cl · www.koreastardaily.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The director stated he failed to notice the lip appearance because he was focused on other elements. unniepop.cl · www.koreastardaily.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Nana apologized to fans for her lip appearance causing discomfort. www.singtaousa.com · www.koreastardaily.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Audiences criticized Nana's appearance for being inconsistent with the historical setting of 'The Scandal'. unniepop.cl · www.koreastardaily.com