After editing a video with 900,000 views, they declared a reshoot, stating, 'There hasn’t been a single advertisement in three years.'
'Ttoganjip' has announced a fresh start after overcoming recent controversy surrounding manipulation. Viewers are rallying in support of the swift apology, bold deletion measures, and the responsible responses from the production team and host, Poongja.
The episode of 'Ttoganjip' featuring Anyang, released on the YouTube channel 'Studio Sujae' on the 25th, was composed of interviews with citizens claiming to be locals. Poongja visited several recommended eateries while showcasing his unique, hearty food challenges and wit. The video garnered over 900,000 views within two days of its release, significantly increasing interest in local eateries in Anyang.
However, towards the end of the video, it was revealed that a regular participant recommended a restaurant run by their family. Throughout the interview, Poongja consistently asked, 'Is there a relationship with acquaintances or family at the recommended restaurant?' But the participant reportedly denied this. The situation rapidly escalated as viewers reported it, and the participant later acknowledged and apologized in comments following the growing controversy.
In response, the production team of 'Ttoganjip' decisively deleted the video that recorded 900,000 views, edited the problematic portions entirely, and re-uploaded the video along with an apology. The production team stated, 'For the past three years, 'Ttoganjip' has not received a single advertisement and has only showcased genuine recommendations from citizens,' emphasizing that the controversy was an unfortunate incident. They also promised to shoot and release the 'Anyang episode' as soon as possible as part of their commitment to restore trust.
Later, Poongja also shared an update on his personal YouTube channel, writing, 'Ttoganjip Anyang urgent meeting for a revisitation... I'm going to Anyang soon. Fighting!' In the photo, Poongja is seen with a cap pushed down, resting his forehead against his hand in front of a 'Ttoganjip' poster, revealing his complicated emotions.
Internet users responded with comments like, 'It couldn’t have been easy to take the video down; they’re truly professionals,' 'Poongja and the production team must have been flustered, so let’s not be too harsh,' 'Let’s find a genuine eatery this time and hit one million views,' 'If they deleted a video with 900,000 views, there’s sincerity behind it,' 'This time, I hope to see the real local flavor of Anyang,' and 'I’ll believe they didn’t take ads and give it another watch,' expressing expectations for the new episode.
'Ttoganjip' has established itself as rare content in the web entertainment market, based on vibrant recommendations of local eateries from residents. Poongja's sincere hosting and straightforward food challenges have sustained the program's popularity for over three years. However, it has not crumbled under the manipulation controversy. The sincerity maintained even at the cost of 900,000 views has refocused interest on the restart of 'Ttoganjip' and Poongja. Anticipation is building for their return with stronger trust and entertainment.
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