The agency of the group The Boys, One Hundred, has revealed its position regarding the allegations of prostitution against Joo Hak-nyeon, who terminated his exclusive contract.

On the 20th, One Hundred stated, "We deeply regret the unilateral false claims made by Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon," adding, "First, we recognized that this matter could cause significant damage to team activities, leading us to decide on a suspension of activities. We thereafter grasped the situation in detail and made sure Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon was fully aware that this matter constitutes a reason for contract termination as per Article 6, Section 3 of the exclusive contract, which states 'acts that damage the dignity of a public cultural artist to the extent that they hinder entertainment activities.'"

He continued, "The essence of this matter lies in Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon's evasion of responsibility and the repeated distorted claims. Should Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon continue to make such claims, the agency and the affiliated artists will take all legal measures to prevent any harm. We will also submit supporting materials and evidence to the judicial authorities."

One Hundred stated, "Moreover, the members of The Boys, excluding Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon, will continue their activities as scheduled, and we will do our best to protect the honor and rights of the remaining members," and added, "After this statement, we will not provide any separate comments regarding Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon's false claims."

Recently, Joo Hak-nyeon was involved in a scandal after meeting privately with former adult film actress Asuka Kirara at a bar in Tokyo, Japan, and was subsequently accused of engaging in prostitution.

As the controversy spread, the agency One Hundred immediately suspended Joo Hak-nyeon's activities and verified the facts. They later announced, "We have taken the seriousness of this matter heavily and have clearly recognized that it is difficult to maintain trust as an artist," and confirmed the final decision for Joo Hak-nyeon's withdrawal from the team and termination of his exclusive contract after discussions with the members of The Boys.

In response, Joo Hak-nyeon stated, "I have never engaged in prostitution or any other illegal activities," claiming that the agency is trying to pretend there is a reason for termination even though there are none mentioned in the contract.

Full statement from One Hundred

Hello, this is One Hundred.

We deeply regret the unilateral false claims made by Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon.

First, we recognized that this matter could cause significant damage to team activities, leading us to decide on a suspension of activities. We thereafter grasped the situation in detail and made sure Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon was fully aware that this matter constitutes a reason for contract termination as per Article 6, Section 3 of the exclusive contract, which states 'acts that damage the dignity of a public cultural artist to the extent that they hinder entertainment activities.'

We have terminated the exclusive contract with Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon as per the provisions set forth in the exclusive contract, and we clearly state that this was a justifiable and reasonable measure.

The essence of this matter lies in Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon's evasion of responsibility and the repeated distorted claims. Should Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon continue to make such claims, the agency and the affiliated artists will take all legal measures to prevent any harm. We will also submit supporting materials and evidence to the judicial authorities.

After this statement, we will not provide any separate comments regarding Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon's false claims.

Furthermore, the activities of The Boys, excluding Mr. Joo Hak-nyeon, will proceed as scheduled, and we will do our best to protect the honor and rights of the remaining members.

Thank you.

From One Hundred

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