Chinese director Wang Zhiqi (Wang Ziqi) has once again become the center of controversy with his indiscreet remarks.
This time, he has sparked public outrage by making inappropriate comments aimed at the family and friends of the late Seo Hee-won (Xu Shiyuan).
"Isn't it sad to wear red clothes?" absurd claim
According to local media in Taiwan on the 14th, Wang Zhiqi posted a message criticizing Gu Junyeop and the bereaved family regarding the funeral procedures for Seo Hee-won.
He took issue with Jia Yongjie (賈永婕), a close friend of Seo Hee-won and the chairperson of the Taiwanese landmark 'Taipei 101', for attending the funeral in red clothing, claiming, "If you truly loved Seo Hee-won, you should not wear red or green clothes even on the seventh day after his passing."
In response, Jia Yongjie firmly rebutted, "Hee-won loved beautiful things. Therefore, we all should be beautiful. I do not believe in superstitions." However, Wang Zhiqi persisted, this time mentioning tree burials (a burial method where ashes are buried under a tree), stating, "You do not deserve to be Seo Hee-won's friend because you did not advocate for a tree burial. Not advocating for a tree burial is an act of not loving Seo Hee-won and his two children."
Excessive criticism towards sister Seo Hee-je
Wang Zhiqi then directed his harsh words at Seo Hee-won's sister, Seo Hee-je (徐熙媛), saying, "What right do you have to arrange the funeral and decide on the tree burial? Why should Seo Hee-won be buried under a tree without a burial site?"
In response, Seo Hee-je stated, "My sister expressed her wish for an 'eco-friendly tree burial' while she was alive. I respected that wish," and warned Wang Zhiqi, "If you truly care about the family, refrain from any more rude remarks."
How long will the 'hypocrite' frame against Gu Junyeop continue?
On the 9th, Wang Zhiqi also mocked Gu Junyeop by leaving a comment calling him a "phony person." At that time, he stated, "Gu Junyeop claims to have lost someone he loves, yet he only shows a calculating side," even using the term "old Korean man," which sparked controversy.
However, Taiwanese and Chinese fans are criticizing Wang Zhiqi's attitude. There are even reactions suggesting, "If you are jealous of love, go buy medicine at the pharmacy." Many believe that Wang Zhiqi's attitude is excessive, especially since Gu Junyeop was with Seo Hee-won at the end and is mourning with the family.
The late Seo Hee-won finds eternal rest
Meanwhile, Seo Hee-won suddenly passed away on the 2nd due to pneumonia accompanying the flu during a family trip to Japan. Gu Junyeop was with his wife at the end, and after completing the cremation process in Japan, he brought her remains back to Taiwan. Seo Hee-won's ashes will be temporarily housed at her home in Taiwan before being laid to rest in nature in the tree burial method she desired.
While the family is trying to cope with their grief, Wang Zhiqi's outrageous remarks continue, but public attention is no longer focused on him. There is a growing voice that emphasizes the need to respect Gu Junyeop's unwavering love for Seo Hee-won and the sorrow of the bereaved family.
[Kim Seung-hye, MK Sports Reporter]
