{
  "id": 9270560,
  "title": "Nana addresses criticism of her lips after Netflix's 'Scandal' premiere",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/nana-addresses-criticism-of-her-lips-after-netflixs-scandal-premiere-9270560",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-23T04:52:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/shows-dramas/20260923/nana-addresses-criticism-of-her-lips-after-netflixs-scandal-premiere"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Singer-turned-actor Nana has addressed criticism of her appearance in Netflix's new period drama Scandal, stating that her personal choices may not have been the right fit for her role. In a message to fans on a fan communication platform on Tuesday, Nana admitted that if her lips made viewers uncomfortable, that was her fault. She expressed sympathy for her fans who had to witness the negative comments directed at her, saying it must hurt them to see the harsh criticism. Nana assured her fans that she would work hard to ensure they receive only positive feedback moving forward. Her comments came after Scandal premiered on Netflix on September 18, sparking online discussions about whether Nana's modern image was suitable for her character in the Joseon-era drama. The series revolves around a dangerous love triangle involving Lady Cho, played by Son Ye-jin, and Cho-won, portrayed by Ji Chang-wook.",
  "summary": "Singer-turned-actor Nana has responded directly to criticism of her appearance in Netflix's new period drama \"Scandal,\" saying that her personal choices may not have been right for her role as an actor. Nana addressed the reactions surrounding her appearance, particularly her lips, in a message to fans on a fan communication platform Tuesday. \"If my lips made viewers uncomfortable, that's my…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Nana addresses criticism of her lips after Netflix's 'Scandal' premiere",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/nana-addresses-criticism-of-her-lips-after-netflixs-scandal-premiere",
        "published": "2026-09-23T04:37:03.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}