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GOT7's Youngjae 'furious' over alleged unpaid fees for 'Dream High 2' musical
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GOT7's Youngjae 'furious' over alleged unpaid fees for 'Dream High 2' musical

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • GOT7 member Youngjae is reportedly furious with the production company of the musical 'Dream High 2' over unpaid performance fees.
  • The production company had allegedly promised to settle the payments by June 9th, but this has not happened.
  • Youngjae's agency has issued a statement confirming the non-payment and expressing frustration.

K-pop group GOT7's member Youngjae is reportedly incensed by the production company behind the musical 'Dream High 2' for failing to pay his performance fees. The situation has escalated as the promised payment deadline has passed without resolution.

According to reports, Youngjae's agency, ANDBERES Company, released an official statement addressing the issue. The statement indicated that the production company had assured them that all outstanding payments would be settled by June 9th. However, as of the current date, the payments remain outstanding, leading to Youngjae's public expression of frustration.

Youngjae himself took to his personal social media to voice his disappointment. He alluded to the missed payment deadline, stating that the promised settlement by June 9th had not materialized. This public airing of grievances highlights the growing tension between the artist and the production team.

The non-payment of performance fees is a serious issue in the entertainment industry, impacting artists' livelihoods and professional reputations. Youngjae's situation underscores the importance of timely and transparent financial dealings between performers and production companies.

I thought you said you would settle it by June 9th, but it hasn't been settled even today. The money...

โ€” YoungjaePosted on his personal social media account regarding the unpaid musical performance fees.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.