Unfortunately, in wake of the exposure, there has been a lack of substantial action and change. OMEGA X members testified, There was physical contact at the meeting that I was called to where they were drinking and At the airport, after being intoxicated, she wrapped her arm in mine and hugged me.. A K-pop group accused their management agency of sexually and physically abusing them in a news conference on Wednesday, weeks after a viral fan video captured audio of management having a verbal disagreement with some of the band members after one of their shows. More than anything, we bow our heads in apology to the fans who have treasured the OMEGA X members, as well as the members themselves and their parents, who were hurt by this matter. Fans, however, were able to spot the attempt at misdirection and called it out. Who do you think you are? K-pop idols in the military. Sorry. Tzuyu. eventAction: 'click_ads' Onew is a public figure and things about him arent being reported well. The next day, the CEO claimed he didnt remember anything and decided to terminate her contract. Once, to lose 7 kilograms in one week, Momo, a member of Twice, only ate one ice cube while keeping up with exercise and training. The non-indictment due to lack of evidence will obviously harm Seo Jisoos life so we will not yield to lies. Trainees are sorted into groups based on talent and physical attractiveness, and they practice for weekly showcases anyone who cannot keep up could be dropped. Hi everyone, I am J.Y. }); The two shores are one. as emotionally available and forever single to appear more accessible to their fans; it corresponds to an increase of profits for the group and label. However, many such policies are so intangible that proper enforcement is almost. Let's talk about Open World Entertainment. Despite there being instances of both abuse and mismanagement, the focus has remained largely on the missing members, with fans demanding an answer on their whereabouts. After talking with her again, she admitted that the two had actually had a consenting adult relationship. Kang Seong Hee was first exposed by FOR X (fans of OMEGA X) forgetting abusive with the members at theLos Angeles concert during their2022 OMEGA X WORLD TOUR [CONNECT: Dont give up]. On the other end of the spectrum are anti-fans, who harbor animosity against certain idols, determined to ruin their reputation. In particular, abolishing the no dating clause should have allowed idols to regain some semblance of control. MEAWW brings you the best content from its global team of But, if this things really happened, company won't really talk about it. I felt a little skeptical, like Why do I have to go to this extent in order to work? I had to waste my training and personal time on going to these meetings where theyd drink. So why dont they stop? Why this becomes an issue is because social media presence is hardly an indicator of an idol's well-being. On the night in question, a woman said she felt someone touching her and her friend claimed that Onew was the one who had done it. K-pop idol worship attracts millions in South Korea and beyond, but some take it a little too far. In one instance, some fan groups threatened to boycott Super Junior if one of itsmembers, Lee Sungmin, was included in a comeback tour, citing residual anger from his marriage. The seven-member group debuted with their self-titled single album in April 2019 and went on to promote their release across major music shows. Earlier this year, fans of the J-FLO Entertainment group Newkidd began raising alarm after three of its members seemingly 'disappeared'. The infatuation, these fans down extreme paths. As such, their high expectations are not limited to performance but extend to body image as well. Abuse, as defined by international fans, extends from industry giants like YG Entertainment's ex-CEO Yang Hyun-suk and Woolim Entertainment's CEO Lee Jungyeop making disparaging comments about the looks of idol groups like 2ne1 and Infinite, which included calling them ugly on camera and fat-shaming them. Only Hyunjin. But this seemingly one-on-one personal relationship is more often than not a farce, seeing as idol personas are carefully constructed and heavily monitored by their labels, slave contract or not, and this control usually extends past the expiration of their contracts. So why dont they stop? Stop being a K-pop idol if you're always sick like this., DANG! Former K-pop stars, such as Han Geng of Super Junior and EXOs Lu Han and Kris Wu, have filed lawsuits against former record labels en masse, citing mistreatment, unfair contracts, extortion and sexual assault. ga('create', 'UA-67136960-15', 'auto', 'ads'); Anti-fans have sent knives and death threats and have attempted to poison idols. Horrific: Terrified viewers of Netflix horror Hellhole claim they were so shaken by the show they were unable to get the movie out their heads 'weeks'. The very next day, the alleged victim stepped forward and said that the music company had coerced her into dropping the charges. They were being hit right in front of me but I couldnt do anything. The label later revealed via a statement that the three members had been hospitalized, providing no more details, causing fans to accuse them of mistreating and abusing the idols. Answer (1 of 2): I believe bad things like this did happen. After a thorough investigation, evidence was found that Yoochuns first accuser had contacted his company and sought monetary compensation prior to filing the police report. their dreams of an illustrious career, many continue with their labels until they lose everything. Or, [the four] can try to perform the slower songs. [ Kim Tae-yeon / Attorney: Acts that cause fear are legally considered to be a crime of intimidation under the Criminal Act, and an act such as touching the thigh can clearly feel sexually shameful, so it may be a crime of forced molestation. Kang Seong Hee: Quarantine Well all fail if we quarantine. Members of The East Light claim that, as trainees, they were beaten by their producer for four years and that the agency chairman was aware of it. Recently, SBSs Kang Kyung Yoon, well known for her coverage of the Burning Sunscandal,outlined some of the abuse and mistreatment OMEGA X faced at the hands of Spire Entertainments CEO Kang Seong Hee. In a recent controversy, Irene from Red Velvet was criticized for reading a best-selling feminist novel 'Kim Ji Young, Born 1982' by Cho Nam Joo. They live on packed schedules, going from training to promotional events and interviews just to make a name for themselves leading to countless stories about extreme sleep deprivation and exhaustion. Korean culture pushes insane beauty standards onto women, with the country's ideal proportions being 162 cm (5 feet and 4 inches) and 42 kg (93 pounds). Even those who survive training sometimes make nothing for years. She was mourning the loss of fellow K-pop star Sulli, a former member of the wildly popular girl group f (x). It was later revealed that Seo Jiyoung had constantly bullied Lee Jihye until S#arps disbandment in 2002. However, if you take a deeper look into his background, you will find that his life has been full of emotional hardships that is perhaps not befitting of a K-Pop star. She continued to say that everything she said in her statement is still true. Police officer (on victims statement). eventAction: 'load' To make up for all the damages done to everyone and to return everyones support, we will continue to work hard in order to contribute to the cultural exchange between the Chinese and Koreans. Where American artists often spend a year recording an album and then take a year or two off, the downtime for K-pop is at most a couple of months. CEOKang Seong Hee: Who do you think you are? This situation was a case of severe abuse where the dreams of young men were taken advantage of and used as pawns by superiors who used . [Trainees] could train for years and years and never know if they would actually debut, said Euodias, a former K-pop trainee. Deja Ferguson, who got into BTS in 2015, says she has regularly received anonymous abuse from other fans. But where things get murky in the conversation around abuse is in the confusion of the terms "mistreatment" and "mismanagement". }); Kim Jong-hyun, a former member of SHINee, was one of the few stars to openly admit battling depression and criticize Korean society. Because I didnt know how to face the current situation, I have been afraid to face everyone directly, so Im only speaking out now. Unfortunately, this hard work is undercut by an industry more focused on profit than individual creativity. First, I sincerely and deeply apologize for bringing pain to Chinese netizens. They are forced to be consumed in the way society wants; any rejection or retaliation of that social image elicits a never-ending barrage of media attacks. You can check the DNA on it, the sasaeng fan said. }) Kim Jong-hyun (known professionally as Jonghyun), the frontman of popular K-pop act SHINee, took his own life in December 2017. let gads_event; Standardly, the majority of sexual harassment cases occur by men with authority or physical power committing crimes against women. Lee Seung-gi, one of the most well-known K-pop idols, recently revealed that he had not received payment for his music from his agency, Hook Entertainment. Whenever I had schedules, he would take me in his car, make me sit in the front seat and even ask to marry me, the singer revealed. I have decided to halt all current activities in China in order to reflect seriously. Conditions. You can check the DNA on it, the sasaeng fan, . In 2019, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea, the Adolescence Mass Culture Artists Standard Agreement, in which agents must try to, the rights of artists, such as personality freedom and sleep rights. Jimin, of boy band BTS, posted the hashtag on his account on Weverse, the fan engagement platform run by the band's management, Big Hit Entertainment, to raise awareness of the case among that . The faces are blurred for the protection of the members. But apart from physical actions, K-pop idols are also subject to the pressure of cyberbullying. It is time to see the industry for what it is: a shameless perpetrator of severe mental illness. As a teenage member of the band South. They were abused by employers, company employees, even forced to "serve" alcohol to guests. . during concerts, only to be carried off stage by managers who expect them to resume the same intensity of activities after recovering. According to So Hee, the companys CEO used to have inappropriate actions towards her since she was a high school student. OMEGA X will hold a press conference on Wednesday, November 16, discussing Spire Entertainments abuse scandal. eating disorders, glamorizing the job and working to prevent the ugly truth from ever getting out.