The continuous disputes surrounding the ex The boy member Joo Hak-Nyeon It intensified on June 20, since the idol issued a strong public declaration by denying both the accusations of prostitution and the requests for termination of the Agency’s contract. In a long post on his personal social media, Joo Hak-Nyeon He said he had not “committed any illegal act” and accused his agency, Hundredto make land to expel it from the group.
Joo Hak-Nyeon: “I didn’t agree to leave the boyz”
Joo Hak-Nyeon he began his statement by criticizing the media, writing, “Despite my clear declaration that I have not worked in any illegal activity, some journalists and media continue to publish harmful articles. I will take all the civil and criminal legal actions against them.”
Firmly denied involvement in prostitution, adding, “If there is evidence of the fact that I committed myself in prostitution, please make it public immediately. I did not withdraw from the team, nor did I accept the termination of my exclusive contract.”
The idol also revealed that the agency had requested over 2 billion KRW in compensation and had put it pressure to leave, even if she claims to have never accepted this. He said that the company has ignored the appropriate contractual procedures and has unilaterally issued a notice of termination without justification. “Is it really the role of the agency unilaterally expel me only to be a private meeting with a well -known individual?” Joo Hak-Nyeon Questioned, referring to a May meeting in a Tokyo bar with former Japanese AV actress Asuka Kirara which triggered public speculation.
He concluded by saying that he would have detained both the agency and the media responsible for defamation and false statements.
One hundred fireworks agency, threatens a legal action
Later that same day, Hundred The silence broke and issued a solid refutation. In an official declaration, the agency said Joo Hak-Nyeon He was distorting the facts and elusive to responsibility. They quoted Article 6, clause 3 of the exclusive contract, which allows resolution in cases where the actions of an artist “damage the dignity of an artist of pop culture to the extent that entertainment activities hinder”.
“This is not a unilateral action”, Hundred declared. “We terminated the exclusive contract in accordance with the agreed terms, and this was a right and necessary decision.”
The agency expressed regret Joo Hak-Nyeon“False unilateral claims” and warned of legal actions if these statements continue. They also revealed the plans to present evidence and materials related to the judicial authorities to support their position. “The main problem is not the rumors, but Joo Hak-Nyeon’s refusal to take responsibility”, The agency added.
The controversy began on June 18, when Hundred officially announced Joo Hak-Nyeon’s withdrawal from The boy and termination of his contract. The decision followed the relationships Joo Hak-Nyeon he had met privately with Asuka Kirara in a bar in Japan. Joo Hak-Nyeon He replied on June 20 by publishing handwritten excuses, admitting that he had participated in an event to drink with acquaintances but denied any involvement in prostitution or other illegal activities.
Despite his statements, the agency supported his decision and reiterated that the group’s future activities excluded Joo Hak-Nyeon—The will continue as expected. They also promised to protect the honor and the rights of the remaining members.
