Yoon Ji On Admits to Drunk Driving and Stealing a Motorcycle, Withdraws from Drama That Has Already Started Filming

Kapanlagi.com - Shocking news comes from Korean actor, Yoon Ji On, who has just admitted to driving under the influence of alcohol and stealing a motorcycle. This news is certainly surprising, especially since he has started to gain a place in the hearts of viewers.

Here is some information related to the case of Yoon Ji On. Don’t forget to check out news about other Korean dramas on Liputan6.com, if not now, when else?

1. Based on Yoon Ji On's confession, this incident occurred on Wednesday (16/9/2025). The next day, Yoon Ji On admitted to all her actions.

2. Apology on Instagram

(credit: instagram.com/jiii0n__)

Through her personal social media account on Tuesday afternoon (17/9/2025), the star of the drama LOVE NEXT DOOR wrote a lengthy statement containing a confession as well as an apology. She also uploaded a plain black image.

3. Complete Statement from Yoon Ji On

(credit: instagram.com/jiii0n__)

"Hello, I am Yoon Ji On.

First of all, I feel very heavy-hearted and apologize for having to convey this inappropriate news.

On September 16, I was so drunk that I couldn't remember anything, and then I made the mistake of taking a motorcycle parked on the side of the road without permission and riding it.

After that, I admitted to all the accusations and am currently assessing the situation regarding the damages that occurred.

Because of my reckless actions, I am truly ashamed and regretful for having hurt and disappointed many people who have always supported me. I apologize.

I promise I will never do anything like this again. I will live with full vigilance and regret my actions for the rest of my life.

I will also be cooperative in the upcoming investigation and accept all the penalties imposed on me.

There is no reason that can justify my actions. Once again, I bow my head to apologize. I am truly sorry."

4. Kicked Out of the Drama

(credit: instagram.com/jiii0n__)

As a result of this scandal, Yoon Ji On was immediately kicked out of the latest Channel A drama, POSITIVELY YOURS, which has been in the shooting process since July. The production team stated that the actor change was unavoidable even though most of the scenes were already completed.

5. About the Drama

(credit: instagram.com/jiii0n__)

The drama POSITIVELY YOURS also stars Oh Yeon Seo, Choi Jin Hyuk, and Kim Dasom. Filming is expected to conclude in December and is planned to air in early 2026. Now that Yoon Ji On has stepped down, the filming might take longer.

6. Has Left the Agency

(credit: instagram.com/jiii0n__)

Meanwhile, the actor's exclusive contract with his former agency, Eumhae Hashtag, is known to have expired since July 6. Eumhae's Instagram account has also unfollowed Yoon Ji On.

Nevertheless, the agency is still involved in the production of the drama, so it remains in the public spotlight.

7. A Series of Yoon Ji On's Dramas

(credit: instagram.com/jiii0n__)

Since her theater debut in 2013, Yoon Ji On has starred in a number of popular drama titles such as MEMORY, BE MELODRAMATIC, JIRISAN, TOMORROW, MY LOVELY LIAR to SERENDIPITY EMBRACE'S.

8. Last Year Gained More Recognition

(credit: instagram.com/jiii0n__)

Last year, the handsome face and acting of Yoon Ji On in the drama LOVE NEXT DOOR captured the hearts of many K-drama lovers. His character Kang Dan Ho, the journalist from green forest, became one of the favorites in the drama.

What do KLovers think about Yoon Ji On's case?

(kpl/pit)