As the “Me Too” movement continues to gain steam in Korea, the police have provided an update on their investigations of 50 sexual harassment cases. On March 9, the police reported that it was formally investigating eight suspects who had been accused of sexual harassment. The eight suspects include actor Jo Min Ki, who allegedly… Continue reading Police Report That 8 Sexual Harassment Cases Are Undergoing Formal Investigation
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Lee Soon Jae Relays Thoughts And Message To Victims Of Sexual Harassment
Actor Lee Soon Jae shared his thoughts about the recent sexual harassment allegations and “Me Too” movement on CBS Radio’s “Kim Hyun Jung’s News Show.” Lee Soon Jae mentioned, “I am unable to express what I feel about the incidents that have been buried and are now being revealed from all walks of life. It… Continue reading Lee Soon Jae Relays Thoughts And Message To Victims Of Sexual Harassment
B1A4’s Agency Says Sandeul Is Not The Idol Accused Of Sexual Assault
On March 9, a woman told a news outlet that she was sexually assaulted six years ago by the vocalist of an idol group. The woman revealed that they were both from Busan and that they knew each other since high school. In August 2012, the woman uploaded a photo of her visiting Seoul with her friends,… Continue reading B1A4’s Agency Says Sandeul Is Not The Idol Accused Of Sexual Assault
News Reporter And 2AM Changmin’s Agency Both Deny That He Is Ballad Singer Accused Of Sexual Harassment
2AM’s Changmin has denied any rumors that he is the singer who is accused of having secretly filmed his now ex-girlfriend. Previously on March 5, SBS funE released a news article about how a member of a ballad group reportedly filmed his then-girlfriend without her knowledge during sexual activities and other times when she was naked. They… Continue reading News Reporter And 2AM Changmin’s Agency Both Deny That He Is Ballad Singer Accused Of Sexual Harassment
Photographer Rotta Accused of Sexually Harassing Model
Suspicions have been raised against photographer Rotta (Choi Won Seok), who is known for his controversial photo shoots, after he was accused of sexually harassing a model. On February 28, the model spoke about the allegations through an interview on MBC’s “Newsdesk.” She stated that she was an ordinary university student when Rotta first approached her through social media to… Continue reading Photographer Rotta Accused of Sexually Harassing Model
Actor Kim Tae Hoon Apologizes And Resigns From Professorship After Sexual Assault Accusation
Actor Kim Tae Hoon has issued a statement following accusations of sexual assault and harassment. Kim Tae Hoon has appeared in works including the movie “The Swindlers” and the drama “20th Century Boy and Girl.” On February 28, sexual assault and harassment accusations were made against him as part of the growing “Me Too” movement… Continue reading Actor Kim Tae Hoon Apologizes And Resigns From Professorship After Sexual Assault Accusation
Jo Min Ki Accused Of Sexually Harassing Woman Through Explicit Messages And Photos
Another victim has come forward to accuse Jo Min Ki of sexual harassment. On February 28, news outlet Sports Chosun reported that an 11th victim of Jo Min Ki has accused him of sexual harassment, and released information from the anonymous informant. According to the report, the woman (hereafter known as “A”) met Jo Min Ki at a… Continue reading Jo Min Ki Accused Of Sexually Harassing Woman Through Explicit Messages And Photos
Actor Kim Tae Hoon Accused Of Sexual Assault In Detailed, Anonymous Post
Kim Tae Hoon from the movie “The Swindlers” and the drama “20th Century Boy and Girl” is the latest actor to have been hit with a sexual assault accusation in the midst of the “Me Too” movement that is sweeping the Korean entertainment industry. In an anonymous post made on a Facebook page titled “Theater Actors… Continue reading Actor Kim Tae Hoon Accused Of Sexual Assault In Detailed, Anonymous Post
Oh Dal Soo Apologizes To Uhm Ji Young And Other Victims For Sexual Harassment
After Oh Dal Soo initially denied the sexual harassment allegations made against him, actress Uhm Ji Young appeared on JTBC’s “Newsroom” to come forward about the sexual harassment she faced. Following Uhm Ji Young’s testimony, Oh Dal Soo released an official statement on February 28, admitting to sexual harassment and apologizing to the victims. Below is the translation of his… Continue reading Oh Dal Soo Apologizes To Uhm Ji Young And Other Victims For Sexual Harassment
Actor Choi Yong Min Admits To Sexual Harassment And Halts Activites
As part of the “Me Too” movement, another woman came forward with a testimony on February 28. The woman anonymously posted on an online community, saying that actor Choi Yong Min, who had also worked as a professor at Myongji College, sexually harassed her in a taxi. The actor sent her a long text the next day to apologize… Continue reading Actor Choi Yong Min Admits To Sexual Harassment And Halts Activites