First, Ryu Joon Yeol clarified the reason to his delay in explanation. He said, "I am now getting the chance to write as today I was busy with interviews and shootings for 'Glory Day'." �

The 'Reply 1988' actor�then brought up the controversy of the word 'tofu' in his Instagram post. He said, "At the time, I've seen my peer upload a photo while hiking with captions that read, 'On my way to work,' which I found humorous. I also took many photos and decided to borrow his idea for the caption."�

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He elaborated even further as he said, "I was a son who often ran errands for my mother to buy tofu and bean sprouts. Tofu was just a part of the way I describe errands."�Ryu Joon Yeol clearly denied being part of 'Ilbe' as he said, "I am not an 'Ilbe' member. I am deeply worried for my fans who have been offended for whatever the reason might be. I am also upset at how the 'Ilbe' articles is constantly bringing up the name of someone who I admire."

Throughout his letter, Ryu Joon Yeol emphasized multiple times that he is not a part of 'Ilbe.'�Lastly he added, "Overall I am not part of 'Ilbe,' and never used 'Ilbe' language. I never have and will not act in a way that will make my fans ashamed." He then ended his letter as he said,�"I have been receiving overwhelming love. I am going to be a good actor who will always work hard to pay back my fans with love."�

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