Family Movie: Mujigae (Happy About Kim Ji Soo's Comeback?)

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Mujigae is a Filipino-Korean project blending both cultures (i.e. not a traditional Korean drama movie), categorized as a Family drama. It was released in October 2024, however, it is not yet available on the Netflix USA streaming platform. (“Mujigae” in Korean means “rainbow”.) ♦ BACKGROUND: What happened to Kim Ji Soo? Anybody who follows the South Korean entertainment industry KNOWS that if a celebrity screws up, it’s almost impossible for them to be FORGIVEN. (EXAMPLES: Park Yoo Chun and Yoo Ah-in.) But every once in a while, an actor or actress, such as Kim Ji Soo tries to make a comeback. FALL FROM GRACE: In 2021, he got blacklisted because of allegations regarding of school violence, bullying, and other misconduct that surfaced. His agency contract was terminated, and he was removed from the historical K-drama “River Where the Moon Rises”. After that, he enlisted in the military. Hey! He had to serve anyway! It’s mandatory. A perfect time, though, to step away from the spotlight. WHAT ABOUT NOW? Kim Ji Soo reentered the entertainment industry via the Philippines. He signed up with a local agency and has become popular in the world of Filipino entertainment. Anybody who follows the South […]
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Family Movie: Mujigae (Happy About Kim Ji Soo’s Comeback?)

Mujigae is a Filipino-Korean project blending both cultures (i.e. not a traditional Korean drama movie), categorized as a Family drama. It was released 2024.

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[Blond Ambition]

He was canceled fast. That doesn’t happen much here in the Philippines. When I learned about his scandal, I was surprised how unforgiving Korea is. No trial, just total exile. He got erased like a bad memory. But you know what? He’s good in “Mujigae.” Maybe he’s not trying to return to Korea for fame. Maybe he just wants to act again. People change. If he brings something real to the screen, that should matter too.

 

[Lycopene]

I still remember how fast the backlash came in 2021. South Korea is strict when it comes to celebrities’ behavior, especially if it involves school violence. Once the allegations surfaced, Ji Soo’s face disappeared from every screen overnight. His role in “River Where the Moon Rises” was completely reshot. It was like he never existed. I think it’s a harsh system, but it’s also predictable. We don’t separate the artist from the person. If your character is questioned, your career ends. Now that he’s coming back through the Philippines, I don’t know how to feel. I’m cautious. He hasn't addressed the past in a meaningful way yet. People here don’t want a comeback without accountability.

 

[RedStateGal76]

I don’t want my children to admire people like Kim Ji Soo. The Korean industry is not too strict. It’s protecting the audience. These entertainers have power and influence. If they were bullies in school, that says something about their true character. He disappeared for a few years, then came back like nothing happened. That’s not growth. That’s hiding and then testing the waters. I won’t support him.

 

[Tampalpuke]

I think people in Korea should just accept that Kim Ji Soo is not coming back to the industry there. He’s staying in the Philippines for good. He has a house here now—in Tagaytay, if I’m not mistaken. His vlog is actually quite peaceful. He shows his daily life here, like going to local markets, visiting beaches, or learning Filipino dishes. It’s not flashy or dramatic. Just simple living. Honestly, it feels like he’s really moved on and is building a different kind of life. He’s not pushing himself into the spotlight anymore. And that’s probably the best thing he could do after everything. He’s not trying to force his way back into Korea’s entertainment industry. He looks healthier and calmer than before. People can think what they want, but I think he found peace here—and maybe that’s enough.

 

[Rox]

I live between both worlds. I understand how harsh Korean judgment can be, especially when it comes to celebrities. Ji Soo was erased because he didn’t fit the image anymore. I get that. But in the Philippines, people believe more in change and forgiveness. “Mujigae” worked because it focused on family, love, and healing. Maybe Ji Soo’s part in the film reflects his personal story. But the Korean audience is not ready to accept that yet. And maybe they never will.

 

[Clash]

People act like Korea is the only place that cancels celebrities. But the thing is, here it’s not canceling—it’s rejection. If people think you're a bad person, they just stop watching. There’s no second step. Ji Soo tried to avoid that by going to the Philippines. I don’t blame him. If your home rejects you, you look somewhere else. But if he comes back to Korea now, he better not pretend nothing happened.

 

[Shayla_15200]

When Ji Soo disappeared, I thought he was done for good. Korean entertainment doesn’t play around when it comes to scandals. I think they canceled him to protect their image, not because they care about the issue. He was a scapegoat. A lot of other actors have done worse. But now, he’s making movies again, and that’s hard to ignore. “Mujigae” was okay. He didn’t outshine the others, but he didn’t fail either. Maybe this is his quiet comeback. Not flashy. Just work.

 

[HallyuObsessed]

I watched Mujigae with my younger cousins last month through a VPN, and honestly, I cried a little. The movie focuses on a child who has to adjust after losing her mom, and that part felt very real. I grew up with my grandparents after my parents separated, so I related to Mujigae. I didn’t know Kim Ji Soo before this film, but I found his performance emotional, especially the scene where he finally connects with Mujigae. I understand he had serious controversy before, and people have every right to be cautious. But if we see real change in someone, we should at least leave the door open. He didn’t make the movie about himself—he fit into the story and let the little girl shine. That matters.

 

[lindseymathis]

This was actually my first time watching a Filipino movie, and I didn’t expect it to be this multilingual. I kept switching subtitles on and off because I wasn’t sure which language they were going to speak next. One moment it’s Korean, then they speak in Filipino, sometimes someone throws in English, and I swear I even heard a little Spanish? I didn’t know that was normal in Filipino media. It was confusing at first, but also kind of interesting. It felt like the characters were moving between different identities without making a big deal about it. I guess it reflects real life in the Philippines and maybe also in multicultural families. It was a little hard to follow emotionally sometimes, since the language kept shifting, but by the end I got used to it. It actually made me think more about how people communicate when they don’t always share one language. I might check out more Filipino movies now.