Yujunwon's unapproved attempts reflect ongoing conflicts with his agency.
This incident raises concerns about the deepening rift between artists and their management.
[TV Daily, Choi Hana] Funky Studio, the production company behind MBC's 'Boy Fantasy: After School Surreal Season 2', has announced a strong legal response against Yujunwon's attempt to hold a second unapproved fan meeting.
Recently, Yujunwon took to his social media to announce his first fan meeting in Japan, scheduled for March 7 and 8. This comes despite a previous cancellation of a similar event in 2024 due to lack of consent from Funky Studio, and was discovered thanks to tips from fans.
The involvement of 'MY ENT SHOP' in this fan meeting raises concerns as it flouts the unwritten rules of the Japanese entertainment industry regarding ongoing legal issues with an artist's agency. Funky Studio plans to hold both Yujunwon and the entities behind this event accountable legally, with Fantasy Boys’ management, Kiss Entertainment, also prepared to pursue damages if the meeting proceeds.
Yujunwon's case highlights the blurred lines between fan initiatives and legal constraints imposed by agencies. This incident serves as a reminder of the long-standing issues regarding finances in the Korean entertainment industry, indicating a growing divide between artists and their management.
Japan, where the fan meeting is set to take place, is known for its strict adherence to legal norms concerning artist activities, reflecting fans' expectations for professional management. The proactive legal stance taken by Funky Studio showcases the seriousness of artist compliance with industry standards.
The potential outcomes of the legal action are significant. Should Yujunwon continue to pursue independent activities, it could raise questions about the stability of contracts for Hallyu artists, ultimately affecting trust between the artist and fans.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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