Former DAY6 member Jae Park is facing backlash after his recent appearance on the Zach Sang Show, where he opened up about his feelings toward his time with the group and his departure from JYP Entertainment.

On September 12, Jae was a guest on the popular U.S. radio program Zach Sang Show, which has featured other K-pop stars like BTS’s Jungkook and ITZY.

During the show, Jae expressed his disappointment with DAY6’s recent mini-album Fourever, released after a three-year break. He shared, "To be honest, it hurt a little," referring to how he felt left out of the band’s comeback.

He continued, "When I saw that album, my first thought was that someone was trying to erase me from the band’s history. I spent my twenties with DAY6, and now it feels like I’m being erased."

Jae emphasized that his frustration was aimed at JYP Entertainment, not his former bandmates. "This is directed at the label, not at the members," he said.

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Jae admitted that seeing anything related to DAY6 has been tough for him, as it brings back many memories. "It was hard for me to even go back to Korea. I felt anxiety and discomfort," he added, revealing how his past experiences still affect him.

Jae, who gained fame after competing on K-pop Star 1 in 2011, officially debuted with DAY6 in 2015. After struggling with psychological stress, he left DAY6 and JYP Entertainment at the end of 2021. Since then, he’s pursued a solo career under the name 'eaJ'.

However, Jae Park has often been surrounded by controversy. He has faced criticism for past inappropriate comments, including misogynistic remarks and his infamous statement about fellow singer Jamie, calling her a "thot." Fans were disappointed by his behavior, and his apology at the time was seen as insincere.

Jae’s recent comments on the Zach Sang Show have reignited criticism, with many calling him out for playing the victim. Fans expressed their frustration online, with one saying, "What an international embarrassment," reflecting the backlash he’s facing once again.

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BTS’s V is creating major buzz in Indonesia once again, and this time, it’s all thanks to his role as a global ambassador for the financial platform SimInvest!

In March 2023, V was chosen as the face of the Indonesian investment platform, and he continues to hold the title for the second consecutive year. SimInvest has seen impressive growth thanks to V’s loyal fanbase, particularly among the younger generation. The platform expressed their delight, revealing that V’s influence has played a huge role in their success.

For 2024, the platform is making an exciting move by adding legendary actor Jackie Chan as a co-ambassador alongside V. SimInvest hopes that this partnership will boost the platform’s appeal even further and help build trust among a wider audience.

To celebrate the incredible growth, SimInvest threw an event in Jakarta from January 16 to 24. They set up a special booth at the MRT station where fans could grab exclusive V-themed merchandise and enjoy free coffee. As expected, the turnout was massive, with fans flooding the station and forming long lines. The crowd was so large that the event had to be paused multiple times for safety reasons, as SimInvest had to manage the growing number of fans. Both the company and the fans were in awe of the overwhelming "V-effect"!

V’s popularity in Indonesia is undeniable. On Instagram, he was recently ranked as the second most influential celebrity in the world—just behind Cristiano Ronaldo. He also tops the search volume charts on Indonesia’s Google Trends for Korean stars.

This isn’t the first time V has caused a stir in Indonesia. Back in 2021, during BTS's ambassadorship with Hyundai Motors at the Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), a "Hyundai x BTS" photo booth saw V being the most popular member with attendees. Fans couldn’t get enough of the global superstar!

It’s clear that V’s impact in Indonesia—and globally—continues to grow stronger, with fans everywhere eager to show their love for the K-pop icon!

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