She apologized for the delay in registration and emphasized having completed the necessary procedures.
This incident highlights the importance of registration in the cultural arts planning sector.
Musical actress and former FinKle member Ok Joo-hyun has been sent to prosecutors over an unregistered agency issue. According to a report from Sports Kyunghyang on December 1, the Namyangju Northern Police Station recently forwarded her case regarding violations of the Cultural Arts Industry Development Act to the Uijeongbu District Prosecutor's Office. It was revealed that her agency Title Roll, established in April 2022, and TOI Entertainment had not been registered as cultural arts planning businesses, leading to serious legal implications including potential imprisonment for up to two years or fines up to 20 million won.
In relation to the case, Ok Joo-hyun stated, "While I completed the necessary training for business registration in 2022, an employee's mistake resulted in the omission of subsequent procedures, and I became aware of this right away, registering the business on September 23 this year." She expressed her regret for the oversight and acknowledged that her lack of knowledge regarding administrative procedures was the cause of the delay in registration. She further emphasized that she has been diligently proceeding with the necessary administrative processes following the incident.
According to the Cultural Arts Industry Development Act, cultural arts planning agencies must be registered with their local governing body, and violation of this requirement can lead to legal punishment.
Ok Joo-hyun's case highlights the significance of public accountability in the cultural arts industry. As an established musical actress, her situation illustrates the importance of responsibility that comes with being a public figure. This incident not only involves her potential legal consequences but also serves as a reminder for future artists to remain conscious of their professional duties.
Furthermore, the case underscores the critical need for registration in the cultural arts planning sector. The cultural industry cannot function effectively without proper legal frameworks, and neglecting such regulations can lead to severe repercussions. This reinforces the need for artists and management to take compliance seriously as it lays the foundation for the sustainability of the arts sector.
Ultimately, this scenario also reflects the expectations of fans and the public. As a beloved figure from FinKle, Ok Joo-hyun carries the aspirations of her fandom within her actions, making this incident not just a personal issue but one that resonates broadly across her fan community and the cultural arts landscape.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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