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Updated Aug 11, 2026
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South Korean actor Ha Young apologizes for controversy over his ancestor's alleged pro-Japanese ties during a sensitive historical period.
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South Korean actor Ha Young apologizes for controversy over his ancestor's alleged pro-Japanese ties during a sensitive historical period.
Ha Young, a South Korean actor known for his role in the Netflix drama 'Our Sticky Love,' has issued an apology following public scrutiny regarding the pro-Japanese ties of his great-grandfather. This revelation caused controversy in Korea due to historical tensions stemming from Japanese occupation.
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South Korean star Ha Young sorry for row over ancestor’s pro-Japanese ties - South China Morning Post
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