In this week’s entertainment news, BTS’ Jungkook has sparked controversy for allegedly supporting NewJeans amid their dispute with HYBE. Additionally, former NCT member Taeil faces prosecution for sexual crimes, and BTS’ SUGA has been fined for a drunk driving incident. Read on for all the details.

BTS’ Jungkook Involved in Controversy Over Support for NewJeans

On September 14, Jungkook of BTS became a focal point of discussion following two Instagram posts from his pet dog’s account. Jungkook wrote, “Artists are not guilty” and later added, “Don’t use them.” These captions were widely interpreted as a show of support for NewJeans, who are currently in a dispute with HYBE.

HYBE has stated they are verifying the situation, while their subsidiary, BIGHIT MUSIC, which manages BTS, emphasized that no young artists should be used in disputes. BIGHIT MUSIC clarified that Jungkook’s post was not a direct comment on the feud but was misinterpreted. The agency has not disclosed specifics about the captions’ context or targets.

Taeil’s Sexual Crime Case Forwarded to Prosecution

Former NCT member Taeil’s case concerning sexual crimes has been handed over to the prosecution as of September 12. The Seoul Bangbae Police Station announced the decision on September 13. Details about the number of victims and specific charges have not been released.

BTS’ SUGA Fined for DUI Case

On September 11, it was reported that SUGA of BTS received a fine of 15 million KRW from the Seoul Western District Court under the Road Traffic Act for a drunk driving incident involving an electric scooter. The fine was issued through a summary procedure, avoiding a formal trial.

NewJeans Calls for Min Hee Jin’s Reappointment as ADOR CEO

On September 11, NewJeans launched a new YouTube channel and conducted a surprise livestream, demanding the reinstatement of Min Hee Jin as CEO of ADOR by September 25. Min Hee Jin subsequently filed for an injunction to return as CEO, with plans to summon extraordinary shareholders’ meetings depending on the court’s decision. HYBE responded by criticizing her actions as disrespectful to ADOR’s board and maintaining that the decision was made by the board of directors independently of the shareholder agreement.

BLACKPINK’s Lisa, SEVENTEEN, and LE SSERAFIM Shine at 2024 VMAs

At the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards held on September 12:

• Lisa of BLACKPINK won the Best K-pop Award for her solo single “ROCKSTAR,” becoming the first female soloist to win in this category.
• LE SSERAFIM received the MTV PUSH Performance of the Year for their song “EASY.”
• SEVENTEEN was honored with the Best Group Award.

Squid Game Faces Lawsuit for Alleged Plagiarism

Indian filmmaker Soham Shah has filed a lawsuit against Netflix and the creators of Squid Game in a New York federal court. Shah claims that the series is a “blatant rip-off” of his 2009 film Luck and is seeking compensation and an injunction to prevent further copyright infringement.

Actor Ahn Se Ha Accused of School Bullying

Ahn Se Ha, known for his role in King The Land, faces allegations of school bullying. An ex-classmate has accused him of leading a group that harassed students. Ahn Se Ha’s agency has denied these claims, describing them as unfounded. Following the accusations, he has suspended all public activities.

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