Ryu Joon Yeol explains his position on the 'Ilbe' controversy

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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