Ju Hakyeon is facing major controversy after being removed from THE BOYZ due to allegations of soliciting prostitution with former Japanese adult star Kirara Asuka.
Hakyeon and MC Mong, co-founder of ONE HUNDRED and producer, were both removed for allegedly paying Kirara for sex in Japan. Prostitution is illegal in South Korea, and Korean citizens can face charges even for acts committed abroad.
Fans and netizens are up in arms over the scandal. The other members of THE BOYZ have shared emotional messages with fans amidst the turmoil.
Korean Media Exposes Former THE BOYZ’s Ju Hakyeon Of Soliciting Prostitution With Former Japanese Pornstar
On June 16, Eric, a member of THE BOYZ, showed up visibly emotional as he greeted fans from his car after hosting an episode of Idol Radio, where he interviewed project group DOUBLE ONE. At one point, Eric covered his face and appeared to cry.
The timing aligns closely with the announcement of Hakyeon’s hiatus, which was made public earlier that day at 10:20 a.m. KST, while the radio show aired at 9 p.m. KST. Many now believe Eric’s emotional state was connected to Hakyeon’s scandal, which was not yet public when the episode aired.
THE BOYZ Emotionally Speak Out Following Hakyeon’s Prostitution Scandal And Removal
Fans are heartbroken over the situation and Eric’s emotional display.
we know now eric, it’s okay, you must be feeling broken too…
ohhh that’s why…….
Now I understand why eric qas emotional on monday….
Ju Hakyeon’s removal came after discussions with THE BOYZ members, signaling internal impact within the group as the scandal unfolds.
