Singer and actor Kim Jeong-hoon has recently shared updates on his return to the entertainment industry.

On the 19th, Kim posted a short video on his personal social media, captioned, "A week ago—I may not have talent for dancing, but I still did my best." The video shows Kim practicing dance moves in what appears to be a rehearsal studio, his dynamic performance under bright lights drawing attention from fans. Japanese fans responded with comments such as, "It was a fantastic concert," "Both your practice and performance were great," and "Thank you for your hard work for the fans."

Recently, Kim also revealed that he suffered a leg injury ahead of a concert in Tokyo. Alongside a photo showing his bandaged leg, he posted, "Before the Tokyo concert! My leg hurts," causing local fans to express their concern for his condition.

Kim Jeong-hoon previously halted his activities following a series of personal controversies, including an investigation for driving under the influence. In 2019, a woman claiming to be his ex-girlfriend, known as ‘A,’ alleged that Kim had pressured her into terminating a pregnancy and promised her a security deposit of ten million won when helping her find a house, but failed to deliver 9 million won of that sum and then cut off contact. In response, Kim stated he would take "full responsibility if the child was his." Later, Kim filed a civil suit against 'A' for damages amounting to approximately 100 million won, but lost. In December 2023, Kim faced summary prosecution for refusing a police breathalyzer after causing a traffic accident near Gangnam, Seoul, and was fined ten million won.

After disappearing from the domestic entertainment scene, Kim announced his return in October last year with the drama ‘Bubu Scandal: Pandora’s Secret,’ marking his first comeback in six years. He is set to play the role of psychologist Woo-jin in the show.

In addition to Kim, singer and actor Park Yoo-chun also continues his activities in Japan following controversies and an absence from the Korean entertainment industry. After recently resolving legal disputes with his former agency, Park expressed his thoughts on social media, posting, “Every moment is precious now—I never want to lose people or time again” and “Am I really living in Japan?” engaging directly with his Japanese supporters.

Park was embroiled in a drug scandal in 2019, being accused of methamphetamine use. At an emergency press conference, he proclaimed, “I have never used drugs. If I have, I will retire from the entertainment industry.” However, his drug use was subsequently confirmed, leading to his public declaration of retirement. Only about a year later, he resumed his activities, drawing criticism. In 2023, he was again in the headlines for being listed as a sizable and habitual tax delinquent for failing to pay approximately 409 million won in transfer income and other taxes since 2016.

Park Yoo-chun, still continuing his career in Japan, has uploaded proof shots of himself appearing on Japanese TV even on Korea’s Liberation Day, signaling his intention to forge his own path.

Choi Jong-hoon, former member of FTISLAND, has also started making a comeback, opening his fan channel on the Japanese community platform ‘Fanicon’ in 2024.

Back in January 2016, Choi, along with Jung Joon-young, was indicted for group sexual assault of intoxicated women in Hongcheon, Gangwon Province and in Daegu in March of the same year. He was convicted under the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes and served two years and six months in prison, before being released on November 8, 2021.

Note “This article was translated from the original Korean version using AI assistance, and subsequently edited by a native-speaking journalist.”

Photo=Kim Jeong-hoon, Park Yoo-chun, MBN 'The Real Man and Woman'