Controversy after controversy. The year-end entertainment industry is covered in allegations, scandals and controversy.
Daily pouring allegations and controversies have the entertainment industry in an uproar. Beginning with comedian Park Na-rae's abuse of power allegations, Cho Sae-ho's 'gangster involvement' allegation dealt a heavy blow to broadcasters, and ensuing, deepening rumors followed. In addition, singer Jackie Why exposed dating violence by her ex-lover and music producer Vangdale, adding another issue.
# Park Na-rae, from abuse of power allegations to the "injection aunt" controversy
These days the hottest issue in the entertainment industry is Park Na-rae's abuse of power allegations and the "injection aunt" controversy. Park Na-rae's former managers filed a property provisional seizure application at the Seoul Western District Court on the 3rd, complaining of suffering during their employment period and also announcing a lawsuit seeking about 100 million won in damages. Her former managers claim that Park Na-rae committed workplace harassment, special assault, proxy prescriptions and nonpayment of hosting fees during her tenure. There was also a claim that she was injured by a glass thrown because she did not drink alcohol.
The abuse of power allegations were a critical blow to Park Na-rae. Park Na-rae normally enjoyed meeting people on air and had an image as a "heavy drinker." In this situation, when issues about drinking occasions or abuse of power allegations arose, the image damage was severe.
The problem was that the controversy that began with the abuse of power allegations continued to trail on. Controversies arose over not registering a one-person agency and even embezzlement allegations that she paid her ex-boyfriend a salary with company money, and Park Na-rae's side said it was "clearly false information," denying the claims.
Amid daily allegations, Park Na-rae is also accused of illegal medical practices. The so-called "injection aunt," A, who is not a licensed doctor in Korea, is alleged to have administered IVs or obtained antidepressant prescriptions on her behalf at a private home. Park Na-rae's side said it was a "legitimate medical service" received by requesting a house call because her busy schedule made hospital visits difficult. However, questions about the identity of the "injection aunt" A were repeatedly raised, and she has not been able to shake off allegations of "illegal medical practices." In addition, the controversy spread as other entertainers, including SHINee member Key, were mentioned in connection with A.
# Cho Sae-ho, suspends broadcasting activities amid 'gangster involvement' allegations
Meanwhile, the gangster involvement allegations surrounding Cho Sae-ho have also become a hot topic in the entertainment industry. Recently, a netizen B using the nickname "Pyo Inspector" posted on social media claiming that Cho Sae-ho had ties with Choi, a powerful figure in the largest gang in the Geochang area. Choi is said to be involved in illegal money laundering through online illegal gambling, and the post also alleged that Cho Sae-ho promoted Choi's franchise and received expensive gifts as compensation.
Cho Sae-ho's agency, A2Z Entertainment, said in an initial statement, "Choi is just an acquaintance, and there is no transactional relationship. We are preparing legal action against the spreading false information."
Eventually Cho Sae-ho said he would suspend activities until he could clear up misunderstandings as allegations continued. The agency said, "He will clear up the misunderstandings, dispel all current suspicions and return in good health." As a result, Cho Sae-ho withdrew from KBS 2TV's "2 Days & 1 Night" and cable channel tvN's "You Quiz on the Block." "2 Days & 1 Night" decided to include Cho Sae-ho's appearances only up to previously filmed episodes, and "You Quiz on the Block" proceeded with a recording with Yu Jae-seok as the sole host.
# Jackie Why reveals dating violence victimization
Amid the daily explosions of Park Na-rae and Cho Sae-ho issues, recently singer Jackie Why claimed dating violence by music producer and ex-lover Vangdale and shocked the public by releasing photos.
On the 12th, Jackie Why posted on her personal social media a post exposing dating violence by her ex. She uploaded photos showing bruises on her face and body from being assaulted and wrote, "I couldn't go out for two weeks. Earlier, for an hour I knocked on the house door and punched the password and on the day I was beaten he didn't let me leave his house. To completely break up, this was the only way. After I posted it he hasn't contacted me."
Netizens pointed to Vangdale as the assailant, and Vangdale posted a rebuttal on social media saying, "You're using photos of me injured trying to stop a disturbance to make someone look like a monster," while Jackie Why replied again, "I was hit so many times I felt like s--- and I admit I slapped him. But 99% of the time I was the one hit and insulted, yet you only posted what you suffered to try to ruin me."
Jackie Why also alleged that Vangdale confined her and threatened her with a weapon, sparking further controversy. The two had collaborated on Jackie Why's full-length album "Collapse," released in July.
Jackie Why's agency, AOMG, said, "We have been monitoring Jackie Why's recent social media posts. However, we are still checking the specific facts," expressing a cautious position.
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