Singer Ju Haknyeon Claims Former Agency One Hundred Forced Him To Leave THE BOYZ
Last week, the idol faced rumours of engaging in prostitution after being spotted drinking with Japanese influencer Asuka Kirara. In response to the allegations, Ju Haknyeon's now-former label, One Hundred, announced the termination of his exclusive contract and his departure from THE BOYZ. Ju Haknyeon would later share a brief statement denying the prostitution allegations.
However, over the weekend, the 26-year-old shockingly announced his decision to take legal action against One Hundred for unlawful termination. In his statement, Ju Haknyeon claimed that the agency had forced him to sign a termination agreement and demanded over KEW 2 billion (approximately RM6.1 million) in damages. After refusing the demands, One Hundred announced the singer's departure from his group and the label.
One Hundred denied Ju Haknyeon's claims, even mentioning a specific reason for terminating his exclusive contract. Following this, Japanese news outlet Shukan Bunshun released alleged photos of the idol and Asuka. Korean news outlet Dispatch also released its own exposé, alleging that Ju Haknyeon spent the night with Asuka and bragged about it to his groupmates. The exposé also claimed that the vocalist had agreed to leave the group but changed his mind.
Following these allegations, Ju Haknyeon released another statement to reinstate his innocence. In the new statement, the idol also alleges that someone is trying to frame him for something he didn't do, noting the suspiciously 'planned' revelations from news outlets. Additionally, Ju Haknyeon is taking legal action against news outlets for defamation. He said he would continue fighting to reveal the truth and clear his name.
The public's reaction to the situation remains mixed. However, fans continue supporting Ju Haknyeon, hoping he can clear his name. We also hope that justice will prevail and the truth will reveal itself. What are your thoughts on this?
Read Ju Haknyeon's statement below:
Sources: Instagram (1)(2), Soompi (1)(2), Koreaboo
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