Boy group The Boyz member Ju Haknyeon has abruptly left the team following a personal controversy. With the decision to leave the team now official, Ju Haknyeon has strongly denied the 'prostitution allegations' surrounding him.
Earlier, on the 16th, the agency, One Hundred, said, 'Ju Haknyeon is suspending activities for personal reasons,' and asked for fans' understanding. Subsequently, on the 18th, an article by a media outlet reporting on a private meeting with Japanese adult film actress Asuka Kirara intensified the controversy, and One Hundred stated, 'We decided to terminate the contract and his team membership immediately after we became aware of the issue.' The agency apologized to fans for the sudden decision, stating, 'We judged it difficult to maintain trust as an artist.'
However, further allegations related to Ju Haknyeon's departure have surfaced. That evening, one media outlet mentioned the prostitution allegations, spreading the controversy even further. Meanwhile, the agency has not issued a separate statement regarding this matter, while Ju Haknyeon himself posted on social media, strongly denying the related allegations.
Late on the night of the 18th, Ju Haknyeon clarified on his social media, 'It is true that I was at a drinking party with an acquaintance on the early morning of May 30, 2025, but there was absolutely no 'prostitution' or illegal acts as reported by articles or rumors.'
He also conveyed, 'I deeply regret my actions and sincerely apologize for causing concern due to the unpleasant incident.' However, he did not make a direct mention of his departure from the team, leaving fans in shock and confusion. Fans expressed a range of reactions, from 'If it’s not true, I don’t understand why it led to his departure,' and 'The news of his departure is more confusing than the clarification of the allegations,' to disappointment with voices saying, 'My heart is broken over the sudden exit of a trusted member.'
Meanwhile, the agency has ultimately refused to clarify its position on the prostitution allegations, and OSEN has inquired about an official statement but could not make contact.
The Boyz will continue their activities with the remaining members, excluding Ju Haknyeon. The agency stated, 'We will do our best to ensure that the remaining members can continue their activities without disruption,' expressing their intention for future activities.
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