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One Hundred Label has terminated Ju Haknyeon’s contract and removed him from THE BOYZ, following an investigation into his meeting with former Japanese pornstar Asuka Kirara in Tokyo.
The company released an official statement confirming the termination.
“As a result of our investigation, we have recognized the severity of the issue and have taken it seriously. We have realized that it has become difficult to maintain our trust in him as an artist,” the statement read.
The decision came after discussions with THE BOYZ members. One Hundred Label described the termination as “an inevitable decision made to protect the members of THE BOYZ and the group as a whole.”
THE BOYZ will continue as 10 members. One Hundred Label pledged to support the remaining members so they can “continue to promote in a healthy and stable state.”
According to Tenasia, entertainment industry insiders confirmed that Ju Haknyeon solicited prostitution from Asuka Kirara during their Tokyo meeting.
“Ju Haknyeon met with Asuka Kirara at a private bar in Tokyo in late May. During that night, Ju Haknyeon paid her for sex. He engaged in prostitution,” stated Insider A.
The incident occurred on 29 May 2025 at a bar in Roppongi, Tokyo. Ju Haknyeon and his acquaintances met with Kirara Asuka, and they drank throughout the night. Reports indicated that he hugged her. She was also seen resting her chin on his shoulder.
News1 received the initial report from Shūkan Bunshun. One Hundred Label confirmed that they received an inquiry from Shūkan Bunshun, and verified the details with Ju Haknyeon.
Insider B revealed that another producer formerly employed at One Hundred was also removed from the company due to the prostitution-related issue.
One Hundred discovered circumstantial evidence of Ju Haknyeon’s prostitution engagement while verifying Shūkan Bunshun’s claims. He initially denied the allegations but reportedly admitted to the prostitution accusations after being presented with evidence.
Under Korean law, any Korean national who engages in prostitution, whether domestically or abroad, faces up to ₩3.00 million KRW (~SGD$2,960) in fines or up to one year in prison.
Tenasia identified this law and the prostitution revelation as key reasons for One Hundred’s decision to remove Ju Haknyeon from THE BOYZ.
Asuka Kirara debuted as an AV actress in 2007 and retired from the industry in 2020. She has since transitioned to become an influencer.
Ju Haknyeon had previously announced a temporary hiatus from THE BOYZ’s group activities before the scandal broke publicly.
