On January 3rd, Choi Si Hun wrote a lengthy post on his social media account and denied the rumors that came out on a Chinese online community. As a contestant starring in NetflixŌĆÖs dating show SingleŌĆÖs Inferno, Choi Si Hun grabbed the viewerŌĆÖs attention with his persistent efforts to win Song ZiaŌĆÖs heart. However, an article accusing him of a formal escort has gone viral online and sparked controversies.
Choi Si Hun strongly denied the rumor by stating, ŌĆ£As much I appreciate the popularity I am getting, it is heartbreaking to see these groundless rumors against me. I have never worked in a host bar. IŌĆÖve lived a life that IŌĆÖm proud of and IŌĆÖve never done anything unworthy of anyoneŌĆÖs trust.ŌĆØ He added, ŌĆ£I can even risk my life to prove that IŌĆÖm innocent. Excuse me for using this drastic expression, but I thought it might be hard to persuade many people without using these extreme terms. Again, I never once was a male escort.ŌĆØ SingleŌĆÖs Inferno received much love from China. As the show received a volley of questions and criticism from the Chinese viewers, Choi Si Hun additionally posted the same statement in the Chinese language. Source (1) Translator Changhyun Kim: Hello, K-pop, K-drama, and K-movie lovers! I will provide you with accurate and reliable Korean Entertainment news. ┬Ā