Ren (real name Park Sung-jin), a member of the group Chaser, sparked controversy after making inappropriate comments such as "So what?" and "Stop being annoying" to a fan, prompting his agency to issue an apology.
On the 12th, Chaser's agency Howling Entertainment stated via its official X (formerly Twitter) account, "We sincerely apologize to all fans who may have been hurt by Ren's inappropriate words and actions."
Previously, it was reported that on a paid fan communication platform, when a fan sent the message "I kept waiting," Ren replied, "So what?" and "Why are you saying things to me? You keep being annoying."
As the controversy unfolded, the agency conveyed, "We deeply reflect on the fact that we should have shown fans a more cautious and responsible attitude, yet instead caused disappointment and hurt through reckless words and actions."
It further stated, "The inappropriate words and actions displayed during communication with fans cannot be justified under any circumstances," pointing out that such behavior was "unworthy of the interest and love you show us."
The agency added, "We take this matter seriously and will pay even closer attention to artist education and management to ensure that similar incidents do not recur in the future."
Meanwhile, Chaser, the group Ren belongs to, is a five-member boy band that debuted on February 25. The group consists of Kang-bin, Caseke, Ren, Yoon-seong, and Si-hun. Born in 2001, Ren serves as the vocalist of the team.
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