Comedian Kim In-seok sparks misunderstanding with his ‘pastor’ status… “It’s just a skit” vs “Is it okay to use religion as a laughing material?” Public debate

Comedian Kim In-seok has sparked a misunderstanding with his recent ‘pastor’ status, leading to mixed public reactions. A video uploaded recently to a YouTube channel blurs the line between reality and a skit, resulting in a clash of emotions characterized by both 'fun' and 'discomfort.'

Kim In-seok said on his social media on the 11th, 'Recently, I posted a concept video titled 'Buddhist monk and pastor' that I've been doing since the 'Comedy Big League' days on Seong-ho Hyung's YouTube channel, and quite a few people have contacted me thinking I've really become a pastor,' and he directly clarified, 'I am still actively working as a broadcaster.' He added, 'If I truly become a pastor, I will let you know first' with his characteristic wit.

The controversial video was uploaded on the 10th to the YouTube channel ‘New Seong-ho bbakoo,’ run by Yoon Seong-ho, and is titled ‘[Special Documentary] Why the New Buddhist Monk Went to Church!??’ In the video, Yoon Seong-ho appears dressed as a monk, saying, 'A classmate has opened a church,' followed by Kim In-seok in a pastor outfit, warmly welcoming viewers with 'Come into the house of God.' The video unfolds in a skit format where Kim In-seok humorously quips, 'I’m being playful in the arms of God,' while maintaining his character from past comedy programs.

While the video ended on a light note, stories about 'Kim In-seok really becoming a pastor' quickly spread online. Alongside this, some internet users expressed their discomfort, stating, 'The excessive setup making fun of religion is unpleasant,' and 'Treating a sacred religion as a laughing matter should be avoided.'

On the other hand, many fans and internet users expressed, 'Entertainment skits are just entertainment,' 'Comedians have managed to make us laugh after a long time,' and 'He handled it more naturally than a real pastor,' indicating a desire to take it lightly. In fact, there were numerous positive comments such as 'Their chemistry is still amazing' and 'Legendary portrayal of the “Playful” character.'

Meanwhile, Kim In-seok is currently active in various broadcasts and content, consistently engaging with the public through his delightful storytelling and comedic setups.

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