He was apprehended alongside Simon from Dalmatian, with the situation under verification.
This incident is expected to create significant ripples in the Korean entertainment scene.
Singer and producer Chancellor has been arrested in Japan on drug possession charges. According to industry sources on the 23rd, he was caught with cocaine and marijuana in a hotel in Nagoya. Alongside him, Simon from the group Dalmatian and two employees of his agency were also apprehended by local police.
Chancellor is associated with XGALX, which was established by Simon, and is known to be cherishing family time, having recently welcomed a daughter with his wife, who is three years his junior.
Simon joined Dalmatian in 2012 and transitioned to production after the group’s dissolution in 2013, founding XGALX and debuting the 7-member girl group XG. No further comments have been made by involved parties, but sources indicate that they are currently working to verify the situation.
Chancellor's arrest has sent shockwaves through the Korean entertainment industry. While his musical talent and recent performances have garnered positive attention, this sudden incident poses a significant threat to his public image. Fans and the public alike are expressing concern over his future activities, as the issue of drug use in the entertainment sector remains a sensitive topic.
Simon's involvement also brings renewed focus on the paths taken after the dissolution of Dalmatian. Simon transitioned into a production role and his concurrent arrest could adversely impact his previously established reputation.
Furthermore, drug possession incidents continue to be a pressing issue within Korean society at large. Given the responsibilities and societal influence that entertainers are deemed to hold, the repercussions of this incident may lead to significant shifts in the industry moving forward.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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