The group The Boyz will proceed with their afternoon concert as no explosives were found at the gymnastics venue.
According to police and fire authorities, on the afternoon of the 10th, a fax was received by the Korea Sports Industry Company (KSPO&CO) within Seoul Olympic Park, stating that explosives had been installed in the KSPO Dome, and the company immediately reported it to the police. Following that, police and firefighters were dispatched to search for explosives.
Since the 8th, The Boyz, who had been performing, planned to meet fans at the Seoul KSPO DOME (gymnastics venue) for their fourth world tour that day. It was scheduled to start at 4 p.m., but due to the sudden explosives report, about 300 people, including related personnel, evacuated, and the concert was postponed due to internal facility inspections.
The agency, One Hundred, stated in an official social media post, "We inform you about The Boyz 'THE BLAZE' world tour in Seoul on the 10th. Due to internal facility inspections at the KSPO DOME venue, the house open and concert start times will inevitably be postponed," and added that "the exact open and concert times will be provided as soon as they are confirmed. We ask for the understanding of the audience."
Fortunately, explosives were not found, and the concert began at 6 p.m., two hours later.
One Hundred stated, "Around 1:50 p.m., a fax stating that explosives were installed inside the Seoul KSPO DOME (gymnastics venue) was received at the concert hall," adding, "The concert hall immediately reported it to police and fire authorities, and as a result of a safety inspection by the police special forces, no explosives or other hazardous materials were found," thereby announcing their official stance.
Shortly after the search was completed, police, fire, and concert hall officials held a joint review committee and concluded that there was no problem in proceeding with the concert. Accordingly, audience entry began at 4:45 p.m., and the concert will proceed as normal from 6 p.m.
Meanwhile, The Boyz released their mini album No. 10 'a;effect' on July 28. They are simultaneously showcasing the title track 'Stylish' and the included song 'AURA.'
Earlier, member Ju Haknyeon was involved in a negative scandal with former Japanese adult film actress Asuka Kirara and left the team.
Ju Haknyeon drew shock after dating rumors surfaced involving Asuka Kirara last June. The agency One Hundred stated, "We took the seriousness of the matter heavily and clearly recognized that it was difficult to maintain trust in him as an artist. Accordingly, we have finalized Ju Haknyeon's withdrawal from the team and termination of his exclusive contract after thorough discussion with the members of The Boyz," announcing his departure.
Subsequently, reports emerged containing claims that Ju Haknyeon had engaged in prostitution with Asuka Kirara, not just attended a drinking party. In a handwritten statement, he refuted, "It is true that I was at a drinking party with an acquaintance, but there were never any acts of prostitution or illegal activities mentioned in the articles or rumors." However, as suspicions continued, Ju Haknyeon claimed, "I have not left the team, nor have I agreed to the termination of my exclusive contract," alleging that the agency is demanding over 2 billion won in damages and is coercively pushing for contract termination on unfounded grounds. He also requested legal action against the agency and the media outlet that reported on the prostitution.
In response, One Hundred stated, "We have sufficiently informed and decided that this matter constitutes grounds for contract termination under Section 6, Clause 3 of the exclusive contract, which states 'acts that damage the dignity of public cultural artists to the extent that it impedes entertainment activities.' The essence of this matter lies in Ju Haknyeon's avoidance of responsibility and repeated distorted claims. Should such claims continue, our artists and the company will take all legal measures to ensure they do not suffer damages as a result, and we will submit evidence and materials to judicial authorities."
[Photo] OSEN DB, One Hundred
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