WINNER member Song Mino is facing allegations about his alternative military service, but YG Entertainment has stepped forward to clear the air.
On December 17, YG Entertainment released an official statement addressing concerns about Song Mino's sick leave and military duties.
The agency stated, “It is difficult to share specific details about the artist’s service. However, the reason for his sick leave was due to ongoing treatment he had been receiving even before enlisting. All leave, including vacations, was used according to official regulations.”
Earlier that day, Dispatch reported that Song Mino, who has been serving as a social service worker since March 2022, had faced accusations of negligence after being transferred to a new post.
Song Mino started his alternative service on March 24, 2022, and is set to complete his duties in just six days on December 23.
While the official reason for his assignment to alternative service has not been disclosed, Mino previously opened up about his struggles with panic disorder during broadcasts and promotions in 2018.
Meanwhile, WINNER’s leader Kang Seungyoon, who served as an active-duty soldier, will be discharged on December 19.
With both Mino and Seungyoon wrapping up their military duties back-to-back, WINNER is finally ending their group’s military break.
Previously, Kim Jinwoo and Lee Seunghoon completed their alternative service in December 2021 and January 2022, respectively.
Fans are now looking forward to WINNER’s long-awaited return as a full group.
YG Entertainment concluded, “We ask for your understanding, as all procedures were carried out in line with regulations.”
Stay tuned for more updates on WINNER’s activities as the group reunites!
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