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Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Business
- Pink Villa
HYBE reacts to sudden raid amid risk of Bang Si Hyuk's arrest in 400 billion KRW stock fraud case, will BTS get impacted?
HYBE chairman Bang Si Hyuk, popularly known as Hitman, was under hot waters for his alleged stock fraud. He was accused of securing profit worth millions of KRW through misleading investors, leading to a search and seizure warrant against him. In recent development to the case, HYBE provided a statement regarding the issue, as reported by Xports News on May 30. However, it remains uncertain whether the case will impact BTS, and if yes, how. HYBE's statement regarding Bang Si Hyuk case A HYBE official addressed the Bang Si Hyuk stock fraud case, and shared the company's stance to Xports News on May 30. They said, "We cooperated with the investigative authorities' request to provide data regarding the actions of a former employee who resigned." According to the statement, it can be inferred that HYBE tried to shift the blame for fraudulent activities from its chairman to a now-resigned employee. They showed confidence in Bang Si Hyuk, by agreeing to assist police in the search and seizure process and shared all data needed for investigation against the ex-employee. About Bang Si Hyuk stock fraud case Bang Si Hyuk and associates allegedly misled investors in 2019 regarding HYBE's (then BigHit Entertainment) IPO plans. Despite informing certain investors of no immediate plans due to unfavorable market conditions, the company had already taken concrete steps towards an IPO by applying for a designated audit. This discrepancy is central to a case involving a substantial 400 billion KRW deal and alleged hidden profits of around 240 million KRW. Will the case affect BTS? BTS is nearing the end of their military service, with SUGA's discharge on June 21. Following their discharge, the group is expected to release new music, potentially dropping a new album within the next couple of months. This would likely be followed by a world tour, possibly kicking off towards early 2026. However, the ongoing investigation into HYBE might cast a shadow over BTS's comeback plans. As the face of the company, BTS could face unwanted scrutiny and criticism from detractors. The investigation might also impact HYBE's ability to plan and promote BTS's comeback effectively, potentially leading to delays or disruptions in their schedule.
Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Go Min Si accused of school bullying: Everything we know– From money extortion claims to Tastefully Yours star's first response
Go Min Si has recently found herself at the center of controversy, not because of her role in the drama Tastefully Yours, but due to resurfacing allegations of school bullying from her past. The actress has been the subject of rumors accusing her of involvement in school violence years ago. However, she has firmly denied these accusations, labeling them as baseless. On May 26, Go Min Si 's agency, Mystic Story, addressed these circulating claims in a statement to Xports News. The agency categorically denied the bullying allegations, describing them as 'groundless' and lacking any factual basis. School Bullying and Extortion Allegations Against Go Min Si The controversy intensified after a post surfaced online with the headline: "We are victims of actor A's school violence." The author of the specific post was identified as a former middle school classmate from Daejeon, alleging that 'A' had engaged in various forms of misconduct, including bullying, extortion, verbal abuse, and even threatening disabled students alongside a group of friends since middle school. The post accused an actress of continuing her entertainment career without disclosing this 'violent past.' They wrote, 'A is glossing over the past by saying it was a simple mistake.' It further stated that the author isn't looking for an apology from the actress, but instead insisted, 'We ask that she permanently cease her activities so that no more damage is caused.' Further in the post, it was emphasized: 'We would like to make it clear that this article was written based on the consistent testimonies and facts of many middle school students at the time.' The writer claimed that pretty much everyone at the school, including teachers and 94-liner classmates, knew what happened. It concluded with a plea: 'If A truly feels sorry towards the victims, I hope she will never appear in front of the public again, repent for her past mistakes, and live the rest of her life feeling sorry towards the victims.' Finally, the post revealed that 'A' referred to none other than Go Min Si. In response, her agency issued a firm rebuttal, calling the allegations 'groundless.' Tastefully Yours Storyline - In Brief Han Beom U (played by Kang Ha Neul), a tasteless heir running Seoul's top restaurant, crosses paths with Mo Yeon Ju (played by Go Min Si), a flavour-obsessed chef from the countryside. Together, they open a small eatery in Miraek, Jeonju, where love begins to simmer.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
New and popular K-drama ‘Dear Hongrang' star Lee Jae Wook talks about the new show and subtly mentions romance with Aespa's Karina
Lee Jae Wook 's latest K-drama project, ' Dear Hongrang ,' has been making numbers ever since its release. In a recent turn of events, the actor's dating history was also made public, as it was revealed that he and Aespa's Karina are together. Lee Jae Wook subtly addresses dating news with Aespa's Karina as well as breakups According to Koreaboo, Lee Jae Wook, during a press conference held on May 19 in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, talked about the show and also ended up addressing the dating news that was recently revealed while he had been filming for 'Dear Hongrang.' The actor had shared that he does not wish to talk about personal matters and deferred the questions back to his new K-drama. He shared that 'I prefer not to discuss personal matters. I hope the attention stays on the character and the story of Dear Hongrang.' Lee Jae Wook talks about new projects and if his personal life interrupted the filming schedule Lee Jae Wook also recently gave an interview with Xports News, where the actor talked all about his new Korean drama projects, such as 'Dear Hongrang' and 'The Impossible Heir.' The actor was also asked during the interview about whether his personal relationships, referring to his romance with Aespa's Karina, had any effect on his work. In his statement, the actor shared that 'It wasn't hard to get into/stay focused in character [because of the relationship]. But if I go into too much detail, it might get personal.' Lee Jae Wook's agency issued a statement regarding the breakup Around the time when the couple were revealed to be together, they faced a lot of backlash and criticism online. The duo then, a month later, reported breaking up, as confirmed by the actor's agency. In a statement issued regarding the matter, they shared that 'Lee Jae Wook chose to end the relationship so he could concentrate on his current projects. They will stay good colleagues and continue to cheer each other on. Please keep supporting their future endeavors.'
Pink Villa
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Lee Jae Wook using ex-GF Karina of aespa for 'attention'? Fans slam his ‘disgusting' comment made during Dear Hongrang promo
Actor Lee Jae Wook is facing intense backlash online after briefly addressing his former relationship with aespa's Karina during a recent interview. His comment stirred discontent among fans who accuse him of reigniting a controversy that had already been laid to rest. The actor recently sat down with Xports News to discuss his latest projects, including the period drama Dear Hongrang and the revenge-thriller series The Impossible Heir. The main focus of the conversation centered around his acting process and recent roles. However, attention quickly shifted when he was asked about the impact of his dating scandal earlier in the year. Specifically, the interviewer brought up The Impossible Heir, which Lee was filming at the time when Dispatch released photos confirming his relationship with Karina. In response to the question, Lee Jae Wook cautiously remarked that the situation had not made it difficult for him to remain in character, but refrained from going into detail. In his words, 'It wasn't hard to get into/stay focused in character [because of the relationship]. But if I go into too much detail, it might get personal,' as quoted by Koreaboo. His reserved comment, while brief, was enough to reignite widespread debate online. Particularly, aespa fans feel that the topic should no longer be brought up, especially during media promotions. Though Lee did not mention Karina by name, the context of the conversation left little ambiguity. Fans quickly interpreted his words as an indirect reference to the idol, whose fanbase has continued to show sensitivity toward the issue since the dating news first broke in February 2024. At the time, both stars made headlines after it was reported that the two had been quietly seeing each other. They were often meeting in Lee Jae Wook's neighborhood and taking late-night strolls together. Their agencies later confirmed the relationship, but the romance was short-lived. Within weeks, both sides announced that the two had amicably parted ways, citing their busy schedules. While Karina kept a low profile in the aftermath of the scandal, she even penned a handwritten letter to fans via Instagram. In it, she expressed regret for the distress caused by the news and promised to focus more on her group and supporters moving forward. Since then, she has avoided any public mention of the relationship and has been steadily rebuilding her image through group promotions and individual activities. Against this backdrop, Lee's recent comments, however measured, have sparked renewed frustration. Fans argue that bringing up the past relationship, especially during a period when he is actively promoting new work, appears to serve no purpose other than generating 'attention'. Many feel that Karina has already faced a disproportionate amount of scrutiny and should not be drawn back into public discussion, considering when she has made deliberate efforts to move on.
