Creator Drama

By Deimos EMK · Published Sep 11, 2026 · Updated Sep 25, 2026 · 6 min read · AI-drafted, source-checked

Cover: GenZHype original graphic. All clips and posts below are embedded from their original sources.

By the numbers: this timeline documents 7 events from Jul 21, 2026 to Jul 31, 2026, drawn from 3 sources.

“I suppose I was too ambitious,”

via biz.heraldcorp.com

Background

Kim Sun-tae, a YouTuber formerly known as 'Chungju Man,' had recently been named as the MC for a new KBS web variety show titled 'Donsuntae Seonggong Sidae' (hereinafter 'Donsuntae'). This program was designed for Kim to invite guests who had achieved success and inquire about the secrets behind their accomplishments.

The role marked Kim's first MC position at a terrestrial broadcaster, KBS, after he had transitioned from his previous YouTube channel persona.

The central point of contention, the phrase 'museopno,' is a Gyeongsang Province dialect expression meaning 'scary.' However, it has also been controversially adopted by users of the far-right online community 'Ilgan Best' (Ilbe) as a slur against former President Roh Moo-hyun. RESCENE member Wonyi had previously been caught up in a controversy involving this word after using it in conversation with a fellow group member on camera.

While public opinion largely sided with Wonyi, a native of the Gyeongsang region, on the grounds that she was simply using her local dialect, the episode left her vulnerable to being drawn back into political disputes.

The timeline

1. Jul 21, 2026

   Kim Sun-tae Makes Politically Charged Remarks Regarding KBS Role

   Kim Sun-tae, known for his 'Chungju Man' YouTube channel, reportedly posted a video sharing his thoughts on accepting the MC role for the new KBS web entertainment show 'Donsuntae Seonggong Sidae.' In this video, he reportedly made politically sensitive remarks, stating that he had agreed to host the KBS program because he had been labeled a 'leftist' after appearing in an MBC election broadcast. He explicitly mentioned taking on the public broadcaster role 'to launder that image.' This comment,[2]

   

2. Jul 29, 2026

   KBS Releases Controversial 'Donsuntae' Preview Clip Featuring Wonyi

   The first preview clip for the KBS web variety show 'Donsuntae Seonggong Sidae' was released on the KBS YouTube channel, under the title 'First official statement — why is my name in the news?!' The clip featured Wonyi, a member of the girl group RESCENE, known for their song 'Geoje Girl.' The controversy reportedly began immediately as the clip's thumbnail prominently displayed the phrase 'naono,' a dialect form similar to 'museopno.' During the segment, host Kim Sun-tae directly prompted Wonyi[1]

   

3. Jul 29, 2026

   Public Backlash Erupts Over Preview Clip's 'Museopno' Segment

   Following the release of the preview clip, widespread public backlash reportedly erupted. The most common complaint was that Kim Sun-tae's line of questioning constituted secondary harm against Wonyi, who had already experienced considerable distress from a prior controversy involving the far-right online community 'Ilgan Best' (Ilbe) and the word 'museopno.' Critics highlighted that Wonyi, a native of the Gyeongsang region, had previously used 'museopno' in conversation with a fellow group memb[1]

4. Jul 30, 2026

   Kim Sun-tae Posts Apology Video on YouTube

   Kim Sun-tae reportedly uploaded an apology video to his personal YouTube channel, addressing the growing controversy. In the video, he reportedly stated, 'I sincerely apologize to everyone who was hurt by the preview clip of 'Donsuntae (Donsuntae Seonggong Sidae)' posted on the KBS YouTube channel on Wednesday.' He reportedly admitted that 'making an unreasonable reference to a guest was clearly my fault' and acknowledged his irresponsibility, explaining that as it was the first shoot, he was 's[2]

5. Jul 30, 2026

   Production Team Revises or Takes Down Controversial Clip

   In response to the significant public backlash and Kim Sun-tae's request, the production team for 'Donsuntae Seonggong Sidae' reportedly took action regarding the controversial preview clip. The clip, which had featured RESCENE member Wonyi and the 'museopno' phrase, was either revised or taken down from the KBS YouTube channel. This action followed widespread criticism concerning the clip's content and its potential for causing secondary harm to Wonyi.[1]

6. Jul 30, 2026

   Kim Sun-tae Apologizes to Risenne Agency and Members

   Kim Sun-tae reportedly apologized directly to the CEO of Risenne's agency and the group's members, according to a video he posted on July 31.[3]

   

7. Jul 31, 2026

   Kim Sun-tae Announces Voluntary Departure from 'Donsuntae'

   Kim Sun-tae reportedly announced his voluntary departure from the KBS web variety show 'Donsuntae Seonggong Sidae' on his YouTube channel. He reportedly explained his decision by stating he had 'felt a great sense of inadequacy in leading that kind of broadcast as a solo MC' and acknowledged, 'I suppose I was too ambitious.' He further reportedly elaborated, 'Trying out as a solo MC on a terrestrial broadcaster, I found it was not easy. I lacked the ability. It was my fault.' Kim also reportedly[1]

Our read of the evidence

Mostly unverified. Every point in the timeline is based solely on reports, with no primary source confirmation. The information draws from two different outlets, and no on‑the‑record statements from the parties involved have been verified. Because the evidence rests entirely on secondary accounts, it remains mostly unverified.

Our rating counts evidence, not opinions about anyone: events confirmed by a primary source (the person's own post, their official site, a court or government record) weigh most, then how many independent outlets report the story.

Frequently asked