" sincerely apologize… but" Moon Won's statement regarding the allegations
Singer Moon Won, who is set to marry Shin Ji of the group Koyote, has directly addressed various accusations surrounding himself.
On the 3rd, Moon Won stated on his SNS, "After the news of our wedding was announced, I encountered many stories about myself. I was concerned that the facts I recall might have been distorted, so I needed time to confirm the accurate facts."
He continued, "I sincerely apologize to the Koyote fans and Shin Ji's fans who must have felt uncomfortable and disappointed due to my careless words and actions in the video uploaded on the YouTube channel 'How Is It?' on the 2nd."
Previously, a video was released on Shin Ji's YouTube channel showing Moon Won meeting Koyote members Kim Jong Min and Baek Ga. During this meeting, Moon Won confessed that he had been married and divorced once, mentioning that he has a lovely daughter.
He also stated, "I didn't realize that Ji Sun (Shin Ji's real name) was such a famous person," and he referred to Kim Jong Min, whom he met for the first time that day, by mentioning 'age,' while using honorifics only for his ex-wife, which drew criticism.
"I didn't realize that Ji Sun (Shin Ji's real name) was such a famous person."
In response, Moon Won said, "As someone who will walk alongside Shin Ji, I am deeply sorry and embarrassed that misunderstandings arose due to my inadequate words and actions that made the fans worry." He added, "I am reflecting deeply on the fact that my words and actions in the video were careless."
"My words and actions in the video were indeed careless, and I reflect deeply on this."
The issue arose when various allegations regarding his personal life emerged just after the video was released. Claims surfaced that Moon Won was in a relationship with two people at the same time and got married after having a child, harassed someone during his military service, and was involved in fraudulent real estate dealings.
The issue arose when various allegations regarding his personal life emerged just after the video was released. Claims surfaced that Moon Won was in a relationship with two people at the same time and got married after having a child, harassed someone during his military service, and was involved in fraudulent real estate dealings.
First, regarding the suspicion that he engaged in real estate business without a real estate license, Moon Won admitted, "It is true. During my unknown days, I started at the suggestion of an acquaintance to maintain my livelihood, but I did not realize that doing brokerage work without a license was wrong. I will not make any excuses."
However, he denied the claims that he bullied friends or juniors during his school days and military service. He added, "If necessary, I am willing to secure objective evidence to prove this and make it public."
Additionally, he confirmed that it is true he married due to a premarital pregnancy with his ex-wife. He also refuted the claim that he had been in a relationship with two people at the same time, stating, "The allegations regarding having two relationships are not true."
Regarding the name change controversy, he clarified, "Park Sang Moon is my real name; I simply changed my stage name from Gi Ryun to Moon Won. I want to clearly state that I have never changed my real name. I earnestly request that unfounded speculations and the spreading of false facts be refrained from."
In conclusion, Moon Won promised, "Reflecting on my inadequate self, I will live as a more responsible person in the life I will share with Shin Ji."
Last month on the 24th, Shin Ji announced her wedding plans with Moon Won through her SNS, stating that the ceremony will take place in the first half of next year somewhere in Seoul.
Below is the full statement by Moon Won regarding his allegations posted on Instagram on the 3rd.
Image source: instagram 'shinji_jidaeng'
