Sim Soo-bong apologizes after criticizing singer Kim Da-hyun

Veteran singer Sim Soo-bong has issued a public apology following controversial remarks made toward junior singer Kim Da-hyun during the 10th Jinan Plateau Trot Festival. During her performance, Sim criticized the preceding singer, stating that the performer seemed to lack understanding of music and life, and requested that such performers not be scheduled before her.

As the comments were widely perceived as a direct attack on the 17-year-old Kim Da-hyun, Sim released an official statement admitting to a “slip of the tongue.” She clarified that she did not know the identity of the previous performer and had no intention of shaming a specific individual, though she acknowledged the harm caused to the junior artist. Sim has since reached out to Kim and her family to offer direct apologies and comfort.

Kim Da-hyun addressed the situation on social media, noting that she had spoken with Sim and received words of encouragement and apology. Following the incident, fellow singer Lin publicly supported Kim, calling her an “emotional queen.” Meanwhile, observers are monitoring the impact of the controversy on Sim’s upcoming concert ticket sales.