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How the Korean comedian cheated Jimin of 100 million Koreans from BTS

How the Korean comedian cheated Jimin of 100 million Koreans from BTS


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Jimin has been scammed by comedian Lee Jin-ho

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BTS member Jimin, who recently celebrated his 29th birthday, has been scammed by South Korean comedian Lee Jin-ho.

The K-pop idol lent 100 million Korean won to Lee in 2022, which has not been returned.

BigHit Music confirmed the incident stating, “It is true that financial damages occurred as reported, and all that was done was a loan through an IOU.”

Lee confessed to gambling and borrowing money from celebrities

In a public letter, Lee confessed his addiction to gambling and borrowing money from Jimin and other celebrities.

He wrote: “I’m writing this to confess my shameful past that was caused by my bad judgment… I started gambling at an illegal online gambling site by accident and ended up with a debt that was difficult to pay off handle”.

He also lamented the financial loss caused to those who trusted him.

Lee’s commitment to pay debts and apologize for the controversy

Lee has vowed to pay off his debts, saying, “I have been paying my debt consistently every month, and I plan to pay this debt on my own until I die.”

He also apologized for causing a social controversy and trying to hide it.

Meanwhile, Jimin is currently doing his mandatory military service in South Korea.

Jimin’s message to fans amid financial scam controversy

Amid the ongoing controversy, Jimin took to Weverse to share a special message for his fans. He thanked his fans who are eagerly awaiting his return from military service and promised to return their love once he is discharged.

Jimin enlisted in the army in November last year along with fellow BTS members RM, V and Jungkook. The group has been on hiatus since June 2022 with individual activities continuing until their planned meeting in 2025.