8 Worst Figures in the Korean Entertainment Industry of 2024 According to Insiders, Involved in Scandals - Legal Issues as Reasons

Streamer Juice Seyeon received two votes and ranked sixth. After being seen in California with HYBE chairman Bang Si Hyuk, her content on the streaming platform sparked controversy.

Former idol who is now a criminal, Seungri, also received two votes and ranked sixth. His presence at a club in Bali in August 2024 triggered anger among K-Pop fans.

In fifth place is Jung Joon Young, who is imprisoned for a rape case, receiving seven votes. His presence in France in August 2024, where he plans to open a Korean restaurant, sparked a strong reaction.

Yoo Ah In, who is involved in a drug scandal, is also in fifth place with seven votes. After being sentenced to one year in prison, this scandal has affected the production of K-dramas and Korean films.

Kang Kyung Joon secured fourth place with eight votes after his infidelity scandal was exposed earlier this year. Although his wife, Jang Shin Young, chose to forgive him, Kang Kyung Joon's reputation remains tarnished.

Former ADOR CEO, Min Hee Jin, ranked third with 26 votes. The prolonged legal conflict between HYBE and Min has caused exhaustion among professionals in the entertainment industry.

HYBE Chairman, Bang Si Hyuk, is in second place with 37 votes. The leak of internal HYBE documents containing controversial content has led many to question his leadership.

Singer Kim Ho Joong topped the list as the worst figure in the entertainment industry of 2024 with 50% of the votes. The DUI scandal involving him and his manager's attempts to cover up the incident left the public feeling disappointed and angry.