Actor Lee Sun Gyun and K-pop artist G-Dragon have recently been booked by Incheon Metropolitan Police on suspicion of illegal drug use.

In response to these allegations, G-Dragon issued a firm denial through his legal counsel, stating that he has not used drugs and emphasizing that the news reports concerning the violation of drug control laws are unrelated to him.

He also announced his intention to voluntarily participate in questioning to assist with the investigation process.

G-Dragon's legal team has confirmed that he will appear on November 6 to actively assist in a thorough and impartial investigation.

It has been clarified that his case is separate from Lee Sun Gyun's ongoing drug incident involving the 'VIP Room Salon' and entertainment establishment manager A.

Authorities have also specified that G-Dragon was not among the eight individuals previously investigated in connection with the Gangnam venue frequently visited by Lee Sun Gyun.

Furthermore, the Incheon Police Narcotics Investigation Unit had applied for a search warrant for G-Dragon's communication records based on suspicion of drug offenses under drug control laws. However, the warrant was rejected by the Incheon District Court due to insufficient evidence of a crime.

With the ongoing developments in the entertainment industry's drug scandal, many netizens are questioning the basis for accusing G-Dragon without solid evidence.

Some Korean netizens have speculated that individuals involved in drug offenses often implicate famous or influential people to receive reduced punishment.

Despite G-Dragon's previous history with a marijuana case, they believe it is unlikely that statements made by an entertainment establishment employee would change anything.

They express the need to filter out the words of both a drug user and someone who frequents room salons, and suggest waiting for the investigation to conclude before forming judgments.

There are calls for accountability, stating that if it turns out G-Dragon is innocent, journalists and hate commenters should be held responsible.

Meanwhile, others advocate for patience until the end of the investigation.

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Hyun Bin is finally addressing the long-standing "ddongcha" (poop car) theory surrounding his character from My Name is Kim Sam-soon—and he's not holding back!

In an interview on the 19th with Star News, the beloved actor confessed, "I was wrong," responding to the reevaluation of his iconic role as Hyun Jin-heon from the 2005 hit drama. The "ddongcha" theory has been a subject of online debate for years, with many viewers critiquing Hyun Jin-heon’s character as overly arrogant and entitled.

Hyun Bin, who first rose to fame in My Name is Kim Sam-soon, took the time to reflect on the character that made him a household name. He shared, “I was just following the script; there were no personal opinions added to the character of Hyun Jin-heon. At that time, I knew Hyun Jin-heon was portrayed as a ‘bad boy,’ and the way it was expressed was different from today’s standards.”

With My Name is Kim Sam-soon now being re-released as part of Wavve's "New Classic" project, fans are revisiting the 2005 drama, and the character of Hyun Jin-heon is under fresh scrutiny. Director Kim Yun-cheol even admitted that the "prince on a white horse" and "bad boy" tropes that once worked in 2005 don’t quite match today's sensibilities, leading to edits in the 2024 version.

Hyun Bin humbly acknowledged his gratitude for his successful career and hit works, saying, "It’s wonderful and I am grateful to have so many hit works. I’ve been fortunate to work with amazing writers, directors, and actors. Thanks to them, I’ve received a lot of attention and love." He also shared a sense of humility, noting, “But I never know when that luck will come again."

Despite the dramatic shift in perspective on his character, Hyun Bin’s charm and dedication remain strong. Fans are eager to see him in his upcoming film Harbin (directed by Woo Min-ho), set to be released on the 24th.

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