Former The Boyz member Jo Hak-nyeon has been embroiled in an 'adult film actress prostitution controversy' and has received a non-prosecution disposition regarding the 'prostitution allegations.'
According to the Gangnam Police Station on the 2nd, Jo Hak-nyeon recently received a non-prosecution disposition regarding charges of violating the Act on the Punishment of Prostitution Arrangements (prostitution).
The police explained that the complainant's allegations were based on internet articles and that there were insufficient specific reasons or circumstances to initiate an investigation.
Earlier, the agency 1hundred announced the temporary suspension of Jo Hak-nyeon's activities on the 16th, citing 'personal reasons.' Subsequently, on the 18th, it was reported that Jo Hak-nyeon had a private meeting with former adult film actress Asuka Kirara at a private bar in Tokyo, Japan, at the end of last month, causing a shock.
Especially as reports emerged that Jo Hak-nyeon handed over money and engaged in prostitution, the private meeting escalated into the 'Jo Hak-nyeon adult film actress prostitution controversy.'
Afterward, the agency announced its official position regarding Jo Hak-nyeon's withdrawal from the group and the termination of his exclusive contract, while Jo Hak-nyeon posted an apology, stating, 'On the morning of May 30, 2025, I attended a drinking party along with a friend, and while it is true that I was there, I categorically deny any allegations of prostitution or any other illegal activities mentioned in the articles and rumors.'
He added, 'The fear of being branded a lifelong prostitution criminal became overwhelming if I remained silent. Therefore, I couldn't just sit idly by. I issued a statement, and I filed a lawsuit against the journalist who made the false reports. I also plan to proceed with civil claims against that journalist and the media outlet. Furthermore, as soon as false reports from certain media outlets emerged, I am also planning to accuse the person who reported me for false accusations.'
In addition, Asuka Kirara, who was also embroiled in the prostitution allegations with Hak-nyeon, actively clarified, 'I have never engaged in sexual activities for money in my life, not even this time.'
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