South Korean actor O Yeong-Su, known for his role in the global phenomenon “Squid Game”, was sentenced to eight months in prison, suspended for two years, for sexual misconduct.
The 79-year-old actor was accused of assaulting a woman in 2017. He maintains his innocence and intends to appeal the verdict.
According to court documents, the alleged incidents involved unwanted physical contact, including hugging and kissing. O has been ordered to attend mandatory classes on sexual violence education.
Judge Jeong Yeon-ju acknowledged the victim’s testimony, stating it “appeared to be truthful based on the consistency of the statements.”
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O rose to international fame after starring in “Squid Game,” a Netflix series that became a massive hit. He subsequently became the first South Korean actor to win a Golden Globe Award for his role.
Following the accusations, O was reportedly removed from a scheduled film project.
A women’s rights organization emphasized the seriousness of the offense, urging the actor to acknowledge his actions and apologize to the victim.
