THE BOYZ’s Ju Haknyeon Ousted After Scandal
In a stunning turn of events, idol Ju Haknyeon of THE BOYZ faces contract termination after a report revealed intimate details of his night with a former adult film actress. The allegations of misconduct have sent shockwaves through the K-pop community, leading to swift repercussions.
The Revelations
A detailed report by Dispatch unveiled the events of a night involving Ju Haknyeon, former Japanese porn star Asuka Kirara, and other individuals. The timeline of the evening began at a pub, continued to karaoke, and then moved to a private bar before culminating at Kirara‘s residence. The core of the scandal involves allegations of a sexual encounter between the two.
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The agency, One Hundred Label, confirmed the details after a meeting with Ju Haknyeon and the other group members. The company stated the decision was made due to the negative impact of his actions on the group’s activities. The termination of his contract was based on his actions of public displays of affection with an adult video actress and leaving the dorm. Further damage control was put in place after a staff member came forward to solidify the agency’s decision.
“Ju Haknyeon bragged that he slept with Asuka Kirara.”
— THE BOYZ’s Staff
The fallout from this incident is significant, with the K-pop industry facing greater scrutiny. According to Statista, public trust in the entertainment industry has dropped 10% in the last year, emphasizing the importance of ethical conduct (Statista 2025).
The Aftermath
Ju Haknyeon initially chose to leave THE BOYZ, but then voiced his discontent with the situation, later retracting his statement. Meanwhile, Asuka Kirara has denied the rumors, making a statement on her personal social media accounts.
“Besides my professional [AV] work, I have never engaged in prostitution. No matter how much money has been offered, I have never accepted money in exchange for sex in my personal life.”
—Asuka Kirara
The investigation by Dispatch attempted to get more information from Kirara, including the offer of an interview, but she never responded. The incident has raised concerns about the behavior of idols in the K-pop industry and their representation of the group.
