Musical actor Kim Jun Young steps down from all projects amid controversy

Musical actor Kim Jun Young, age 35, has withdrawn from all his current theatrical projects amid a personal controversy, even though he strongly denies the allegations against him.

According to a Yonhap News report, his agency HJ Culture apologized to fans and the public for the disturbance caused and confirmed his decision to leave all productions he was part of. This final decision came only after lengthy discussions with production companies and related parties, which led to a delay in the official announcement.

Projects impacted by the controversy

Kim Jun Young was active in multiple productions including the musical 'Rachmaninoff' and the play 'Amadeus', while scheduled to star soon in the musicals 'Eternity' and 'John Doe'.

The 'Amadeus' production officially announced his exit due to "personal reasons," reflecting the seriousness of the situation's impact on his career.

Roots of the controversy and agency response

The controversy started when Kim Jun Young posted a photo on social media of a restaurant receipt, which was then promptly deleted. Some netizens speculated about alleged visits to illegal establishments based on the details on the receipt. However, his agency firmly denied all such rumors, labeling them as unfounded, and urged the public to stop spreading unverified information and drawing exaggerated conclusions.

Yonhap News emphasized the agency's strong stance against false accusations.

Legal action and public apology

HJ Culture also declared a firm plan to pursue legal action against those spreading malicious falsehoods and defamation. They explained the delay in their public statement by pointing to the careful verification process they undertook over the weekend. The agency conveyed sincere apologies to fans for the distress and confusion caused by the incident.

Confusion and public reactions

Despite Kim Jun Young's denials, many are puzzled by his complete withdrawal from all works, sparking speculation and concern about the full circumstances surrounding this controversy. This development continues to captivate fans