Im Yoona, SHINee’s Minho, and TWS's Dohun have been confirmed as the MCs for the highly anticipated 2024 MBC Gayo Daejejun. The year-end music show, which will be broadcast live on December 31st, is set to bring in 2024 with the theme 'Wannabe.' The three hosts—Yoona of Girls' Generation, Minho of SHINee, and Dohun of TWS—are all top idols who represent role models for the younger generation, adding their unique chemistry to the event.

Yoona, who has been a familiar face on the MBC Gayo Daejejun since 2015, will be hosting the show for the 10th time. As an idol’s idol, Yoona is the perfect fit for the 'Wannabe' theme and will once again bring her seasoned hosting skills to the stage. Her return marks a special milestone in her career as she continues to captivate fans.

Minho, who hosted the show last year, is returning as an MC for a second consecutive year. Known for his visuals, humor, and passionate energy, Minho is expected to bring even more excitement to this year’s event. As a key figure in K-pop and a role model to many, he will surely add his charm and vibrant presence to the stage.

This year, a fresh face will join the team—Dohun from TWS (TourS), a rising rookie who recently gained attention with the hit song First Meeting Didn't Go As Planned. This will be Dohun's first time hosting the Gayo Daejejun, and fans are excited to see what he brings to the table. As a next-generation idol and the youngest-ever MC at a public broadcast award ceremony, his inclusion adds a new energy to the event.

The 2024 MBC Gayo Daejejun will bring together K-pop’s long-established role models and promising newcomers for an exciting year-end celebration. With the 'Wannabe' theme, fans can look forward to spectacular performances and special stages.

The 2024 MBC Gayo Daejejun will air on December 31st, wrapping up the year with a fantastic show!

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The upcoming SBS drama Love Scout, starring Han Ji Min and Lee Jun Hyuk, is already making headlines—but for all the wrong reasons.

Recent revelations about the show’s co-director, Ham Joon Ho, have sparked controversy. It was revealed that Ham Joon Ho had faced legal issues in 2020 for assault and defamation while intoxicated.

This incident led to disciplinary action within SBS and has raised questions about his involvement in the new project.

On January 13, the production team of Love Scout released an official apology, saying, "We deeply regret causing concern with unpleasant news related to PD Ham Joon Ho."

They confirmed the allegations, stating, "It is true that PD Ham Joon Ho was accused of assault and defamation while intoxicated in early 2020. However, he sincerely apologized to all victims, and the matter was resolved through forgiveness and mutual agreement."

They added, "He also received legal punishment for the incident. Additionally, reports about his prior criminal record from five years ago are unrelated to this case, as they involve a misdemeanor."

The team explained that Ham Joon Ho was suspended from his duties following the incident and spent three years reflecting on his actions before returning to directing. They added, "We kindly ask for viewers’ understanding."

The controversy began after online posts brought up the 2020 incident, sharing a news article from that time. The article described an SBS drama department employee, referred to as “A,” causing a disturbance in Hannam-dong, Seoul, while intoxicated. Police booked “A,” and due to their prior criminal record, an arrest warrant was requested but later denied.

It was later confirmed that “A” was PD Ham Joon Ho. After serving his suspension, he made his directorial comeback with the SBS drama Payback before taking on Love Scout.

Despite the production team's apology, the controversy has cast a shadow over the highly anticipated drama, leaving viewers wondering how it will impact the show’s reception.

Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds!

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