GOT7’s BamBam has shared a painful experience with racism from his early days in the industry.

On August 16, a video titled "BamBam: From Racism Stories to Criticisms on Dance Challenges" was released on the 1MILLION Dance Studio channel. In the video, BamBam opened up about his struggles after debuting.

He recalled, “During my trainee period, everything was fine. I was in the dorm with other foreigners, and the GOT7 members made it fun. I got good feedback for my assessments and attitude.”

However, his debut did not go as smoothly as he had hoped. BamBam shared, “I was young, and my skin was darker back then. I had chubby cheeks. People made hurtful comments like ‘If only he wasn’t here, it would be perfect’ and ‘Remove that Southeast Asian XX.’ Those words really hurt.”

He also mentioned, “Despite the pain, I used it as motivation to work harder. While I had many fans abroad, I didn’t have as many in Korea. But as I started my solo activities and appeared on variety shows, Korean fans began to recognize me. Things have definitely improved since then.”

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Actor Jo In Sung is turning a new page in his career.

On March 3, NS ENM officially announced that Jo In Sung’s exclusive contract has ended. The agency shared, "Ahead of the contract’s expiration, we had in-depth discussions with Jo In Sung for a long time."

They added, "In the end, we mutually agreed not to renew. We sincerely thank Jo In Sung for trusting and being with us for so many years, and we will continue to support his future endeavors."

Jo In Sung also shared his heartfelt thoughts, saying, "I sincerely thank the CEO and all the staff who have been with me for a long time."

He added, "Their constant support and encouragement gave me strength, and I’m truly grateful. I will never forget their kindness over the past 13 years."

Fans are curious about what’s next for the beloved actor, who has built an impressive career in both dramas and films.

From hit series like It’s Okay, That’s Love and That Winter, the Wind Blows to blockbuster movies like Escape from Mogadishu and The King, Jo In Sung has continuously showcased his versatility.

Beyond acting, he also made a mark in variety shows with tvN’s Unexpected Business, winning hearts with his down-to-earth personality.

Most recently, he gained international fame for his powerful performance in Disney+’s Moving, where his emotional depth and action skills left a lasting impression.

Currently, Jo In Sung has completed filming director Na Hong Jin’s Hope and is in the middle of shooting director Ryoo Seung Wan’s film Humint.

With his next steps still unknown, fans are eagerly waiting to see where his journey will take him!

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