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RM supports Jimin amid financial scandal with comedian Lee Jin Ho

RM supports Jimin amid financial scandal with comedian Lee Jin Ho

BTS leader RM has expressed his concern following a distressing scandal involving Jimin, who was allegedly defrauded of KRW 100 million (around Rs 62 lakh) by comedian Lee Jin Ho. . While RM didn’t name Lee directly, he shared poignant lyrics from his recent album on Instagram, expressing solidarity with Jimin and criticizing the actions that led to this unfortunate situation.

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The controversy has caused an uproar in the Korean entertainment scene. In 2022, Jimin gave Lee Jin Ho a large sum, believing the comic’s claims of urgent financial need. Lee recently revealed his struggle with a severe gambling addiction, admitting that he used Jimin’s money to fuel his habit. He also confessed to borrowing money from other celebrities, making up stories about financial difficulties to get loans.

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After this revelation, Lee Jin Ho faced backlash and was dropped from the variety show Knowing Bros. As fans rally around Jimin during this difficult time, the incident has highlighted the darker side of fame and trust in the entertainment industry.