MC Mong and Lee Da-in Clash on Social Media, Putting Lee Seung-gi in a Difficult Position

A heated social media dispute has erupted between singer MC Mong and actress Lee Da-in, leaving Lee Da-in’s husband, actor Lee Seung-gi, in an awkward predicament. The controversy began on June 3rd when MC Mong posted an old group photo on his social media, featuring Lee Seung-gi, Lee Da-in, her sister Lee Yu-bi, and Pia크 Group Chairman Cha Ga-won.

Lee Da-in quickly expressed her displeasure, pointing out that the photo was taken over a year ago, in July 2023. She questioned MC Mong’s intention behind uploading an 'old photo' without any explanation, especially given that it predates Lee Seung-gi's public declaration in April to distance himself from his in-laws. Lee Da-in reportedly felt the post could cast doubt on the couple's sincerity regarding their stance.

MC Mong, however, did not back down. He reposted a cropped image of Lee Da-in's face with the caption, “Know when to butt in!” He then directly criticized the couple, stating, “Whether I post a photo from a year ago or one I liked, before you become more hateful, would I abandon family like you did?” This remark explicitly referenced Lee Seung-gi and Lee Da-in's 'severing ties' with her family, escalating the conflict and drawing significant public attention.

Netizen reactions have been mixed. Some criticized MC Mong, calling his remarks “crossing the line” and “careless” for publicly discussing private family matters. Others commented that MC Mong was also at fault for uploading a photo that could cause misunderstanding in the first place, with many suggesting that Lee Seung-gi might ultimately need to step in to resolve the situation.

Following the controversy, MC Mong posted another cryptic message, “My head has cleared. Now I’ll do what I do best,” sparking various speculations about his future activities. What started as a simple photo upload has evolved into a complex personal and family dispute involving Lee Seung-gi, whose next move between his senior colleague and his wife is now eagerly watched.

Lee Seung-gi is a highly respected and versatile South Korean entertainer, widely known as the 'Nation's Little Brother' for his successful career in singing, acting, and hosting. He has starred in popular dramas such as 'My Girlfriend Is a Nine-Tailed Fox,' 'Vagabond,' and 'Mouse,' captivating audiences with his talent. Beyond acting, he has a successful music career with numerous hit songs and has endeared himself to the public through his charming appearances on hit variety shows like '2 Days & 1 Night' and 'Master in the House'.