Comedian Lee Yong Jin Faces Backlash for Inappropriate Rant During Tarot Reading with LE SSERAFIM's Kim Chaewon

Comedian Lee Yong Jin has stirred controversy after making crude remarks during a recent episode of his YouTube series, 'YongTarot', featuring K-pop star Kim Chaewon of LE SSERAFIM. Viewers quickly expressed their discontent following his unexpected commentary on South Korea's declining birth rate.

During the episode, Kim Chaewon asked Lee for insights into her future marriage, expressing her desire to wed eventually. She remarked, "Isn't it a very monumental moment in life?" However, the discussion took a jarring turn when Lee abruptly interjected with his frustrations about the country's socio-political issues. "I'm so f***ing pissed these days about the country's low birth rate and how the structure of marriage has changed in our society," Lee exclaimed.

This outburst came as a shock to Chaewon, who could only respond with disbelief. Lee continued to illustrate his point by referencing a stark news report he had seen about a school in Ganghwado, Incheon, where reportedly only one student had enrolled. Chaewon expressed her astonishment, "Wow, that is really shocking."

Recognizing his mistake, Lee apologized, albeit awkwardly, saying, "I'm sorry for cursing… I know this isn't something I should be complaining to you about." Despite his apology, netizens were quick to criticize him for his uncalled-for remarks, questioning the appropriateness of discussing such heavy topics in front of a young idol. Comments included outrage over the rudeness of his approach, with many arguing that it was not Chaewon's responsibility to endure his grievances regarding societal issues.

Lee’s comments did not stop there; he also told Kim Chaewon that her fortune indicated she'd become "a faithful wife and mother," which only fueled the fire of dissent from fans and commentators.

In light of the backlash, the 'YongTarot' team has since edited the episode, removing the offensive language and remarks about the low birth rate. So far, Lee Yong Jin’s representatives have not released any official statement addressing the uproar surrounding the incident.

As the debate continues online, many are left wondering if this incident will impact Lee’s popularity in the entertainment industry, where public perception can shift rapidly. This controversy highlights the ongoing sensitive conversation surrounding social issues in South Korea—particularly concerning youth, marriage, and family dynamics.

Stay tuned as we bring you more updates on this developing story!