Lee Min-jung Addresses Venice Photo Controversy: "Not a Church, But a Hotel Restaurant"

Actress Lee Min-jung has personally clarified the recent "luxury bag controversy" stemming from a photo she posted from Venice. On the 4th, Lee Min-jung took to her social media, explaining that the location was "not a cathedral, but a place used as an event hall and restaurant in a hotel, preserving walls that were part of a cathedral hundreds of years ago." The photo, taken during her visit to Venice with husband Lee Byung-hun for his film's entry into the Venice International Film Festival, showed her posing with a luxury bag in front of a crucifix statue, seemingly on an altar. While some netizens criticized it as disrespectful to a sacred space, Lee Min-jung offered an apology: "I am a Christian, not a Catholic, and I apologize if taking a photo on what appeared to be an altar caused discomfort. I will be more careful in the future." The situation ultimately concluded as a misunderstanding once the true nature of the location as a hotel's event space was revealed. Lee Min-jung swiftly diffused the situation by providing a detailed explanation while still apologizing to anyone who might have felt uncomfortable.

Lee Min-jung is a prominent South Korean actress celebrated for her versatile roles in both television dramas and films. She gained widespread recognition for her performances in popular series such as "Boys Over Flowers" and "Smile, You." Beyond her acting career, she often shares glimpses of her daily life and fashion through social media, connecting with her global fanbase.