MC Mong, a well-known South Korean singer, producer, and former TV personality, has stepped down from his role as executive producer at One Hundred Label. The news comes amid speculation about his connection to a scandal involving THE BOYZ member Ju Haknyeon. Here’s everything you need to know about MC Mong’s career, his recent exit, and the controversy surrounding it.
Who Is MC Mong?
MC Mong, whose real name is Shin Dong-hyun, first gained fame in the early 2000s. He appeared in the popular sitcom Nonstop and became a household name as a cast member of the variety show 2 Days & 1 Night from 2007 to 2010. His music career includes hit albums like 180 Degrees, His Story, and Humanimal.
In 2010, his career faced a major setback when he was accused of avoiding South Korea’s mandatory military service by removing his healthy teeth to get an exemption. After a four-year hiatus, he returned to music but struggled to regain his earlier popularity.
MC Mong’s Role in One Hundred Label
In 2023, MC Mong co-founded One Hundred Label with Cha Ga-won, chairwoman of Piak Group. The agency manages artists like THE BOYZ, BADVILLAIN, and others. He served as the label’s chief producer and was involved in managing its artists.
On June 13, 2025, One Hundred Label announced that MC Mong was stepping down from his position due to “personal reasons.” The agency did not provide further details, but the timing raised questions.
BREAKING NEWS:
MC Mong is no longer the executive producer of One Hundred or the internal director at BPM, and he’s currently excluded from any company work due to personal reasons. pic.twitter.com/Ki4F1eWVqY
The Ju Haknyeon Scandal and MC Mong’s Possible Involvement
Five days after MC Mong’s exit, Ju Haknyeon of THE BOYZ was removed from the group. Reports from Japanese media Shūkan Bunshun claimed he met former adult film actress Kirara Asuka at a bar in Tokyo. The agency stated his actions made it “difficult to maintain trust” as an artist.
Netizens speculated whether MC Mong was also involved in the scandal. Some online comments suggested he may have facilitated the meeting between Ju Haknyeon and Kirara Asuka. However, no official confirmation has been given.
“Seems like he brought an idol from his company and facilitated prostitution. I see.”
“Wow. Fcking legendary. A prostitution scandal involving a producer and a member.”*
“Why does he live like that?”
One Hundred Label’s Response
One Hundred Label’s chairwoman, Cha Ga-won, issued a public apology after Ju Haknyeon’s departure. She admitted the agency failed to properly manage its artists and promised stricter oversight in the future.
“We deeply apologize for causing concern to fans and the general public due to the recent situations involving our artists and team members.”
“We humbly accept that we failed to properly manage our artists’ private lives and conduct.”
MC Mong’s Past Controversies
This is not the first time MC Mong has been at the center of controversy. His military evasion scandal in 2010 led to public backlash. More recently, in March 2025, he accused SM Entertainment of blocking EXO’s Xiumin from appearing on KBS’s Music Bank, claiming unfair practices.
“It’s like you guys are isolating yourselves on an island, acting barbaric and violent.”
“As adults, aren’t you ashamed of this?”
As of now, MC Mong has not publicly addressed the rumors linking him to Ju Haknyeon’s scandal. One Hundred Label has not provided further updates on his departure. Meanwhile, THE BOYZ will continue as an 11-member group without Ju Haknyeon.
Fans remain divided. Some believe Ju Haknyeon was unfairly treated, while others support the agency’s decision.
“Haknyeon has always gotten the short end of the stick. No lines, no screentime, no solo projects, no endorsements.”
“One Hundred is a fckass company that never did anything for him.”*
MC Mong’s exit from One Hundred Label remains shrouded in speculation. While the agency cites “personal reasons,” the timing suggests a possible link to Ju Haknyeon’s scandal. Without official confirmation, the full story remains unclear.
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