HighZium Studios releases a statement regarding Queen of Tears' Kim Ji-won's safety at the airport

On May 16, 2024, Queen of Tears actress Kim Ji-won's agency, HighZium Studios, released a statement regarding her safety at the airport on X (formerly Twitter). The agency stated that the recent influx of crowds waiting to capture a glimpse of the actress at the airport has resulted in safety concerns. As translated by @kdramahandle on X, HighZium Studios stated:

"To ensure a safe distance, please refrain from excessive photography or direct delivery of letters or gifts."

On May 15, 2024, Kim Ji-won landed at Incheon International Airport after concluding her Bulgari event in Singapore. She was welcomed by a huge crowd who were waiting for her return. Soon, fans and media cornered her, resulting in a chaotic scene.

Even the two male bodyguards could not control the crowd as the fans tried to hand over their presents to the actress. Subsequently, the actress was shoved and pushed by fans who wanted to give her presents. However, Kim Ji-won maintained her composure and smiled back at the fans.

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HighZium Studios requested fans to maintain a safe distance and avoid giving presents to Kim Ji-won at the airport

To safeguard Kim Ji-won's safety at the arrival and departure timings, the Queen of Tears actress's agency, HighZium Studios, released a statement to guide everyone. The agency stated they not only wanted to ensure Kim Ji-won's safety but also fans and media personnel at the airport. As translated by @kdramahandle on X, the agency commented:

"Hello. This is Hijieum Studio. We would like to ask you about the arrival and departure schedules of Hijium Studio artists at domestic and overseas airports. Recently, when actress Kim Ji-won enters and leaves airports at home and abroad, large crowds of people gather, raising concerns about her safety. We are aware of the seriousness of safety issues and would like to provide some guidance to ensure everyone's safety."

The agency released a few sets of rules to be followed by fans to ensure the actress's safety. They requested people to refrain from doing excessive photography and gifting letters and presents to the actress at the airport. They asked fans to send their letters and gifts to the agency, and they will hand them to her.

As translated by @Kdramahandle on X, HighZium Studio further stated:

"First, to ensure a safe distance, please refrain from excessive photography or direct delivery of letters or gifts. Please send letters and gifts to the agency, and we will ensure that they are properly delivered to the actor. Additionally, for security reasons, please refrain from taking any photos or videos in the departure hall or duty-free area other than the general area."

(Twitter Translation: We would like to inform you about the domestic and international airport arrival and departure schedules of artists belonging to Hijium Studio)

The agency concluded its statement by expressing gratitude for the immense amount of love and support for the actress. As translated by @kdramahandle on X, the agency stated:

"We are always grateful for the interest and love shown to our artists, and once again ask for your understanding and cooperation to ensure everyone's safety. We will also strive to ensure that the safety of all pedestrians, including artists and fans, is our top priority. Thank You."

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Kim Ji-won rose to international fame and recognition with her recent appearance as the female protagonist in the smash hit Netflix series Queen of Tears.