News South Korea's worst celebrities of 2024 (1 Viewer)

[Selfmate]

HYBE Corporation's chairman Bang Si Hyuk, actor Yoo Ah In, and singer Seungri have been highlighted on the "Worst Stars of 2024" list, as voted by insiders in South Korea's entertainment industry.

In celebration of its 20th anniversary, South Korean newspaper Joy News 24 conducted a survey among 200 entertainment industry professionals—including representatives from entertainment companies, TV networks, filmmakers, and journalists—to identify the "Worst Star of 2024."

The poll, held from September 30 to October 8, revealed the top six figures, as reported by Tien Phong.

1.Singer Kim Ho Joong

Leading the list with 100 votes was trot singer Kim Ho Joong. In May, he collided with a taxi in Seoul's Gangnam-gu, fled the scene, and had his manager take the blame.

On Sept. 30, prosecutors recommended a 3.5-year prison sentence for Kim in connection with a hit-and-run incident. Survey participants expressed disappointment at Kim's dishonest actions, remarking that a sincere explanation and apology could have been sufficient.

2. Chairman of South Korean entertainment company HYBE Bang Si Hyuk

HYBE Corporation's chairman, Bang Si Hyuk, ranked second on the "Worst Star of 2024" list, receiving 37 votes.

His reputation has been tarnished by various controversies, including allegations of mismanaging the boy band BTS and girl group NewJeans, as well as attempts to sabotage rival artists.

Recently, a leaked HYBE document reportedly exposed efforts to undermine competitors, including the girl group Blackpink. Many fans expressed frustration over Bang’s lack of response to these issues, with some even demanding his resignation.

3. Former CEO of record label Ador Min Hee Jin

Min Hee Jin secured third place with 26 votes.

According to Joy News 24, industry insiders have expressed increasing frustration over Min’s ongoing legal battle with HYBE, parent company of Ador, which has been ongoing since April. Although she was recently reinstated as Ador’s internal director, many speculate that her role lacks real influence.

4. Actor Kang Kyung Joon

Actor Kang Kyung Joon placed fourth on the list with eight votes.

In July, Kang admitted to an extramarital affair after being sued by his mistress’s husband, who sought 50 million won (around $38,000) in damages.

Kang was also accused of attempting to run away with the mistress. Despite the scandal, his wife, actress Jang Shin Young, publicly forgave him.

5. Musician Jung Joon Young (R) and actor Yoo Ah In (L)

Musician Jung Joon Young and actor Yoo Ah In share fifth place, each receiving seven votes.

Jung, who completed a five-year prison sentence for sex crimes in March, came under renewed public scrutiny after the release of the Burning Sun documentary in May, as reported by Korea Times. His plans to open a Korean restaurant in Lyon, France, further fueled criticism, with many questioning his seemingly comfortable life post-incarceration.

Meanwhile, actor Yoo Ah In, once praised for his talent, was sentenced to one year in prison in September for propofol abuse, a scandal that first surfaced in 2023. The incident not only disappointed his fans but also damaged his previously stellar reputation.

6. YouTuber Juice Seyeon (L) and singer Seungri (R)

YouTuber Juice Seyeon and singer Seungri tied for sixth place, each receiving two votes.

Seyeon, known for her subscriber-only adult content on YouTube, stirred controversy in August when photos surfaced online of her with HYBE Chairman Bang Si Hyuk in Beverly Hills, U.S. This sparked speculation about the nature of their relationship and potential financial backing from him.

The appearance of former BigBang member Seungri at a nightclub in Bali in August angered fans, who criticized him for showing no remorse following his release from prison.

Seungri was sentenced to three years in a military court in August 2021 for crimes including arranging prostitution, but his sentence was reduced to 18 months, and he was released in February 2023, according to The Straits Times.

Source: https://e.vnexpress.net/photo/celebrities/south-koreas-worst-celebrities-of-2024-4816398.html
Original Source: https://m.joynews24.com/v/1773379

 

[dark_tranquility]

interesting

 

[kimsguardian]

nice

 

[eclipsoul]

someone having drug problems (which doesn't harm anyone but the person themselves) being on the same place as a sex offender is insane ngl

 

[seungfloral]

someone having drug problems (which doesn't harm anyone but the person themselves) being on the same place as a sex offender is insane ngl

Just was about to comment that, and the sex offenders are even lower.
On another note a youtuber being paid by a ceo is also on the same place as a sex offender?
Nah this list is just shit
If it were actually made out of sex offenders and hit and run accident makers i would be like "yeah fair enough we should know these things"
But this just feels like a shit post from twt to stir drama.

 

[Abeamus]

Just was about to comment that, and the sex offenders are even lower.
On another note a youtuber being paid by a ceo is also on the same place as a sex offender?
Nah this list is just shit
If it were actually made out of sex offenders and hit and run accident makers i would be like "yeah fair enough we should know these things"
But this just feels like a shit post from twt to stir drama.

To be fair Jung Joon Young and Seungri aren't on the list for Burning Sun because it didn't happen in 2024, they're on the list because people caught them in public and people were disgusted by the sight of them because of them being involved in Burning Sun. Had this been done the year Burning Sun happened then chances are this list would just be all the men involved.

 

[seungfloral]

To be fair Jung Joon Young and Seungri aren't on the list for Burning Sun because it didn't happen in 2024, they're on the list because people caught them in public and people were disgusted by the sight of them because of them being involved in Burning Sun. Had this been done the year Burning Sun happened then chances are this list would just be all the men involved.

True, but still i believe there are worse ppl than a youtuber paid by Bang PD

 

[Abeamus]

True, but still i believe there are worse ppl than a youtuber paid by Bang PD

It says adult only content is what she makes so assuming that is what it sounds like then it's easy to realise why a country like Korea would put her on this list when this stuff still gets looked down upon in Western culture.

 

[catonkatonk]

The YouTuber got 2 votes out of 200.

I don't think it's a big deal in that context. It seems that Kim Ho Joong was the unanimous choice considering he got 50% of the votes.

 

[RandAlThor]

interesting that BHS and MHJ are both losers with similar votes 17% - 12 %. He has deeper pockets and can weather the storm longer.

even more intriguing in that there were only 200 votes cast was that 1 per person or 2?

 

[seungfloral]

It says adult only content is what she makes so assuming that is what it sounds like then it's easy to realise why a country like Korea would put her on this list when this stuff still gets looked down upon in Western culture.

Ohhh right prostritution is illegal
But wait, is she like an OF user?

 

[Abeamus]

Ohhh right prostritution is illegal
But wait, is she like an OF user?

Says she is a racy streamer so probably more akin to the hot tub streamers on Twitch

 

[seungfloral]

Says she is a racy streamer so probably more akin to the hot tub streamers on Twitch

They are in a hottub and getting money ?
I chose the wrong occupation