Jang Yoon-jeong's Past Remarks Resurface Amid Park Na-rae Manager Controversy: 'Don't Make Managers Wait After Drinking'

As controversies surrounding broadcaster Park Na-rae's alleged mistreatment of her managers escalate, singer Jang Yoon-jeong's past firm stance on the issue is being revisited.

In a YouTube video released in June, Jang Yoon-jeong was seen asking her manager if they needed a designated driver after a meal. When the manager declined, she respectfully gave them time to consider, stating, 'Think about it. I'll give you 2 minutes.'

She later questioned the practice of making managers wait, saying, 'In this day and age, how can you make your manager wait while you're drinking?' She firmly added, 'You should let your manager go. You should drink alone and get home on your own.' Jang Yoon-jeong emphasized her clear understanding of employment relations, warning, 'If you do that, you'll be reported to the Ministry of Employment and Labor.'

These remarks have gained renewed attention following allegations from Park Na-rae's former managers. They claim to have been subjected to unreasonable demands, including cleaning up after parties, forced drinking sessions, 24-hour availability, personal errands, and even tasks related to medical care like booking appointments and picking up prescriptions.

Korean netizens have reacted positively, commenting, 'This is the right way to think,' 'There's a reason Jang Yoon-jeong is loved for so long,' and 'The difference in how they treat managers is clear.' These comments reflect a growing awareness and expectation for respectful employment practices in the entertainment industry.