In a video uploaded on January 18 to his Entertainment channel, President Lee Jin Ho, Lee Jin Ho shared text messages, transcripts and eyewitness accounts to verify the facts on both sides. He clarified up front “I’m not here to defend Park Na Rae. We just need to rely on data, not claims.”
The controversy initially arose from former coach A, who claimed that he was promised KRW 5 million in salary but only received KRW 3 million. Lee explained the timing of the hire, noting that A joined JDB Entertainment as a road manager in March 2023 and later moved to Park Na Rae’s personal company in September 2024.
Lee corrected an earlier statement that A was paid KRW 1.7 million monthly, saying the agency later confirmed that the amount was around KRW 2.3 million. He also cited a text message in which A allegedly responded: “The project budget is sufficient: you can even reduce it” which contradicts their allegations regarding wages.
The video revisits allegations of abuse of power at Park Na Rae’s home during a filming schedule in November 2025. A claimed they were insulted for the lack of a glass of wine and a light stand, but a hair and makeup staff present said: “There were no harsh words or shouting – everyone just wanted to find the items quickly and move on.”
One of the most emotional revelations came from a morning encounter reported from December 7 to 8, 2025. While A said they went alone, Lee said a tipster confirmed that A’s romantic partner, B, was also present, making it a 2-on-2 encounter rather than 1-on-3. By B’s account, A burst into tears in the doorway, and Park Na Rae also cried. During the meeting, A reportedly said: “Sister, don’t give up I live alone. I’ll stop everything. I’ll take care of it too Fantastic Saturday“,” begging her not to withdraw from the shows.
Despite this, the following afternoon A’s lawyers sent a draft agreement. Lee noted that Park’s side was surprised by the tone, which contradicted the emotional meeting hours earlier. The draft would have asked Park Na Rae to retract all her claims, including allegations of embezzlement and blackmail attempts. In response, Park asked, “If it’s not about money, then what do you want?”
Negotiations escalated emotionally and officially broke up around 10pm that evening.
Lee Jin Ho concluded the video by highlighting how “both sides see the same situation completely differently,” reinforcing the importance of relying on documented facts, not just personal statements. The conflict remains unresolved and continues to spark debate online.
Sources: Naver
