Kim Chang-yeol, a member of the group DJ DOC, recently addressed the controversy surrounding the term "Chang-yeolhada" on a broadcast. On the episode of Channel A's "Close Friend Documentary - Table for Four" aired on the 1st, Kim Chang-yeol shared his experiences as an icon of the 1990s music scene. The broadcast featured scenes of Kim drinking with his son and inviting his close friends Sung Dae-hyun, Park Sun-joo, and Park Kyung-lim to prepare a lavish meal.

Kim Chang-yeol prepared a variety of dishes including half-and-half jokbal (pig's trotters), buckwheat noodles, meatballs, tuna belly sashimi bibimbap, and homemade kimchi pork jumuluk. When Park Kyung-lim asked, "What is the name of today's table?" Kim Chang-yeol revealed, "I have been hurt by food before. Because the portions were small." He added, "The phrase 'Chang-yeol-like food' came to express small portions. So today, I prepared a generous meal. Eat until you burst. I will show you what true Chang-yeol-like means," expressing his determination.

The expression "Chang-yeolhada" originated from a 2009 advertising contract with food company A. At that time, the product Kim Chang-yeol endorsed was supplied to convenience stores, but controversy arose due to the small amount of contents. This led to the creation of the new term "Chang-yeolhada," which came to refer to food or goods that are of inferior quality compared to their price.

In January 2015, Kim Chang-yeol filed a lawsuit against food company A seeking damages but lost in court. This incident left a deep wound for Kim, and since then, he has made various efforts to restore his image. On the broadcast, he confronted the controversy surrounding "Chang-yeolhada" head-on, aiming to rebuild a positive image alongside his cooking.

Through the broadcast, Kim Chang-yeol candidly shared his story and emphasized the precious time spent with friends. He said, "Food is an important element that connects people. Today, I wanted to deepen that connection." This statement shows his will to move beyond past controversies and reexamine his current self.

Kim Chang-yeol's appearance on this broadcast is expected to serve as a turning point, overcoming past controversies and signaling a new beginning. Through conversations with his friends, he revealed his sincere side and aimed to deliver a positive message to viewers. The broadcast demonstrated how he communicates with people through cooking, prompting a renewed reflection on the meaning of food.

Kim Chang-yeol plans to continue improving his image and maintaining communication with the public through various activities. He clearly expressed his determination to overcome past wounds and approach the public with a new image through the broadcast. This change is expected to have a positive impact on Kim Chang-yeol's future activities.