BTOB ILHOON Weed Scandal / BoA Smuggling Pills? / Hong Jinyoung Plagiarizes [DK News]

BTOB's Ilhoon gets caught with weed, BoA gets caught smuggling pills and Hong Jinyoung gets caught... copying papers. Kpop has had better days.
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[@lil_lucysky]

A lot of crimes up there ☝️ What are standard legal a regular person would face for plagiarism over there?

[@marig9236]

Koreans learn your lesson now: Smoke Mary J by yourself. Tell no one. and if you do, keep your ear to the ground.

[@Tigerous]

David sus

[@viennacupcake8700]

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[@nenggarcia9693]

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[@marly7654]

I just don’t like how they make a bigger deal of these “scandals” rather than sexual assault, rape, etc,

[@fatisummer9106]

those cases should be a big deal in court not as an internet gossip that has no meaning

[@urmotherfather2584]

in korea . smoking is bad . very bad. but alcoholic is something to be proud of .

[@user-nw4wj5kf1j]

@@alltheloveannie, No lol Please stop saying ignorant and untrue words as if it is true. No one in there right mind would believe drugs are more serious than rape. I don't know what kind of perceptions you have towards Koreans, but we are civilized and educated enough of the seriousness of rape. Please stop spreading these lies as if its true.

[@user-nw4wj5kf1j]

@@alltheloveannie *

[@user-nw4wj5kf1j]

@@urmotherfather2584, Nah smoking isn't bad, smoking weed is bad. You certainly cannot compare a crime and a legal act with the same criteria.

[@xxkanezxx6903]

Saw "Sunmi confesses she has borderline personality disorder" below the screen while you'll were talking. I honestly want to hear more about this!

[@delliebby2296]

They probably filmed before this news came out

[@huh5590]

it’s in a show i just don’t remember the name but you can search it here on yt that was when she first confessed about it

[@ZebstrikaGirl]

She confessed on the show 'Running Girls' ep 2 if you'd like to see it. Grab tissues.

[@Audrey_L]

she did have a song called "borderline", so it's no surprised. I'm glad she's brave to talk about it.

[@touchmesomehow]

This is so brave and wonderful. 🖤

[@madeinbusanjkjm]

I find it really weird that the plagiarism thing came out now....at our university the teachers run your thesis through the plagiarism software before you can get the actual masters. How come they didn't check before and let her get the degree in the first place. Seems a bit fishy.

[@gossiplurker6681]

Because it's years ago with no app to check plagiarism (or not used in her university)...

[@lynx3845]

I mean it was 2009, and her dad was a professor, so,,,

[@teresajenkins9056]

I have 2 Master's degrees in two very different subjects and there wasn't this type of software back in the day...but still if your professor can't tell your paper is "bullshit" on the subject what the hell...

[@freyjagolmarr294]

It was entered into the new program that was only standardised in 2015. She had submitted her thesis in 2009. I'm guessing they were running all the previous thesis once it was standardised and just got up to hers this year.

[@masterbitter7688]

Yeah our unuversity uses plagscan, a thesis must be 80% percent original for undergrad thesis and for masters thesis it must be 95% original.

[@expressionoflotus6795]

Let ilhoon accept his punishment and responsibilities, make up for his mistakes but dont ever say that he shouldnt go back to his group, i cant i just cant let them disband just like that

[@excursion8046]

now weed is bad?

[@sonamelody9631]

True we can't defend his actions. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't love and support him anymore. He should continue in the group

[@sonamelody9631]

@@excursion8046 it's illegal and banned in SK. It's like a serious crime there

[@kaa8]

@@excursion8046 is it good? I mean, smoking is never a good thing to your body

[@k.zchaft4776]

@@excursion8046 It's a serious crime in majority of Asian

[@haniehnasirpour]

I think it's the first time I see BTOB being mentioned on this channel (and lots of other places too)🙄 and honestly, as a melody, it just hurts. no one appreciated them when they where working hard and suddenly everyone's so interested🙄

[@stantalentstanbtob3535]

Really, I wanted to say the same. BTOB was never appreciated well but now every popular platforms and netizens are suddenly interested in them. Sad to see many prefers negativity over positivity and Popularity over talent!

[@hiiamnatali]

Btob wasn't appreciated by international fans* They are very respected group in Korea and their fanbase is pretty big, idk what are you talking about

[@haniehnasirpour]

@@hiiamnatali I was talking about international fans and such~

[@sonamelody9631]

Fact girl it's so sad

[@alfiwahyu4626]

Yep, it's hurt. In time like this we need to be stronger.

[@griswaldgirl]

I was thinking that perhaps she got her PhD and masters from family pressure. If she came from a family of scholars being a singer might feel like it has no honor and to make her father feel better she went for her masters and doctorate so that she wouldn't be a source of shame or disappointment. But what's worse is that this has brought more shame and disappointment on her family especially her father.

[@izzywoods794]

Makes sense. I still love her either way🥰

[@eg_daria4689]

These were my thoughts as well.

[@alisonfraser3305]

Why would an entertainer need these credentials? She's wasted her whole reputation on something she didn't need.

[@teresajenkins9056]

good point

[@zenchii9756]

I think in sister's slam dunk or my ugly duckling, she mentioned that on the pretext of completing her master's, her father would allow her to continue her singing career.

[@stefanyramos2507]

On the case of Ilhoon: I know that it is illegal and that SK takes it very seriously, but I do not understand the people who are attacking him, Ilhoon did no harm to anyone, if he harmed someone, it was himself. The case is still being investigated, nothing has been confirmed yet and if it is not confirmed, if this is a mistake, unfortunately he and his group, even if they are not to blame, will carry this weight on their backs and will be remembered for that. I don't know how the law applies in that country, but if it is confirmed, if Ilhoon really did, I hope he will take the consequences as a citizen, pay a fine or do whatever is imposed on him. I'm worried, of course, but that's what can happen to him and the group. Many people are wanting him to leave the group, there are people even burying the BTOB. What makes me sad is that for years, eight years (almost nine) Ilhoon together with BTOB never had a controversy, they were good people and they always wanted to do good with their music. After that happens, they are treating him as if he were the worst person in this world, people who didn't even know him judging him and wanting his evil, even the group. It is a serious matter but the way they are treating him makes it look like he did something monstrous. I repeat, Ilhoon did no harm to anyone, the way they are condemning him is not certain. Ilhoon is an adult man and despite being a public figure, people exaggerate and forget that he is also human. Sorry if my English is not clear, I am not fluent so use the translator, but I hope you can understand what I mean

[@NurulAini-eu4rk]

It's haters who comment that... melody still loyal to him..

[@alfiwahyu4626]

Right. If there's someone who "has the right" to be disappointed it should be his family, BTOB members, close friends and melodies since we believe in him from the start. Even so, we (melodies or most of melodies (??)) will still support him mentally. Who are these non-related people spewing hates everywhere. Smh

[@australianctzen]

it’s honestly a shame, btob as a whole and it’s members separately had good reputations but suddenly bc ilhoon is allegedly (idk if it’s been confirmed) using marijuana everyone threw him under the bus, ESPECIALLY that damn cube.... I honestly hope all of btob leave cube I can’t stand that stupid company

[@einzweichschein]

@@australianctzen Please think realistically, NO AGENCY can stand against KOREA'S COURT LAW and KOREA'S Public Pressure. Eunkwang is one of CUBE's director in charge of CUBE'S Artist Protection. Blaming CUBE for their inability to protect Illhoon could reflect to Eunkwang as the Director. Do you think Eunkwang does nothing to help his long time dongsaeng as CUBE's Director?

[@australianctzen]

@@einzweichschein I didn’t mean that cube could absolve the whole scandal.. I just meant that they way they responded didn’t sit right with me. of course Ilhoon did something wrong and I know that. of course he should take responsibility. but at what cost? destroying his reputation as an artists and maybe his whole career? that’s what upsets me. and yeah ofc I know eunkwang would be doing what he can, but he is only one person among many.

[@krizelcamilledechavez6594]

BTOB is a 7 member group forever.. Nothing can drag them down, they are good people.. you cannot judge someone and make him loose everything and his precious group with just one mistake. everyone deserves a second chance. "close minded" people will always think that he shoud leave the group!!!! he is cooperating well in the investigation, and it is not proven yet. so stop the hate

[@alfiwahyu4626]

Even if it's proven I will still stick with BTOB 😊 I love their music. I love Ilhoon as well. And of course I love the other members too 💙

[@zivaxx5366]

He left the group

[@alfiwahyu4626]

@@zivaxx5366 wait, what??!!!!!

[@zivaxx5366]

@@alfiwahyu4626 yep i just checked jazmine media to see if there was any news and there's an arcticle sayong he left the group

[@shippou21]

and he's been stopping and proactively seeking help since 2019. he definitely deserves 2nd chance. come on, TOP could go back, why can't he?

[@AramasG]

The hypocrisy of all those people calling him a junkie when I bet half of them are addicted to nicotine and don’t bat an eyelid at their own "junkie" addiction 😂. They don’t mind pumping themselves full of alcohol and cigarette smoke but smoking a little weed makes you Satan’s underling or something.

[@paulapoblete6839]

Samara Gooch facts, it just annoys me so much that they make a big deal about it. Why they don't just worry more about depression in their country than what an idol does in their private life.

[@hiiamnatali]

Well, one is legal and other one is not and he is korean citizen, not american

[@idkman290]

yall seriously think the world revovlves around america get over yourselves he is korean therefore he follows the the korean law

[@beetaeil6204]

Yeah it’s ‘Korean law’, doesn’t stop mean it’s not a dumb law. (People make laws, laws change all the time )

[@katie5920]

@@idkman290 Why do people always bring America into this? Us thinking it's a dumb law has nothing to do with where we're from. Do you realize that until recently it was illegal for us also? we say the same thing now as we did back then, it's ridiculous and just because it's a law doesn't mean it's right (And laws change so who knows)

[@knightcool7769]

Why is Boa’s scandal even a scandal. THEY ARE SLEEPING PILLS!!!! Honestly, I feel so bad for her

[@shinichikudoz]

But why its under staff name?

[@denzelwenzel]

@@shinichikudoz Why does that matter? Is Boa involved with some kinda drug cartel? Probably not. So why does anyone care🙄

[@Meerkat17]

@@denzelwenzel because Koreans can't mind their f-ing business (I'm Korean so I know lol)

[@shinichikudoz]

@@denzelwenzel bruh dont get over sensitive with the drug cartel oof...right now ppl just curious why the pills not under boa name? Why its under staff name...nobody call boa a druggie or some shit...tsk

[@casstsj]

@@shinichikudoz they have alr said in the video. It was prescribed from a Japanese hospital. A staff based in Japan helped her collect the medicine, because boa is in korea, and shipped it to her in korea

[@stantalentstanbtob3535]

I'm really sorry for saying this but when He was doing something great and positive mostly nobody bothered to see but now everybody is noticing and pointing out (sad to see people prefer negativity over positivity). If he's proven guilty, I hope he do what he needs to. Everybody deserves a second chance. You can't destroy someone's career. Please hold him for what he has done but don't hate him or them (BTOB), I saw an interview where some ladies said he should leave the group .....(to be honest, it broke my heart and I hope BTOB never see it) Don't destroy a talented and hard working person and the group which deserves the universe. BTOB healed so many people, can't we support them in their tough times. They created and produced every song with the mindset of providing healing and support to the listeners and never pursued popularity or trend. Their quote is to sell emotions and not albums. Even if they weren't appreciated enough they were happy to see someone finding comfort through their songs and that's all mattered to them. They made everyone laugh but nobody saw their pain. OT7 Forever... Please stay strong everyone, this too shall pass. Hugs to everyone. Yejiapsa

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

It will not affect us because as you say what he did are much better than that f*cking mistake. I seriously think that some people try hard to destroy all kpop idol who are "menace" to them. Well we will know it soon or later, I am really suspicious of someone who are afraid of someone but you know what, we will find it soon. I am so mad man!!!!!!!!!!

[@filpunzalan5106]

not really positive on 'pls dont destroy a talented and hardworking person bcause he bestowed it upon himself so negative things will 'matically follows. but yah, i believe everyone deserves every chance as long as they are working for it.

[@adeayupramitha8864]

Up

[@starcvnt]

Ikr. that thing is illegal in Korea and many other countries. I can’t blame him 100% because that thing happened when BTOB didn’t receive spotlight and he might be getting sooo many stress during those times. everyone has their own way to relieve stress and Ilhoon chose the wrong way. BTOB is a well respected group because they are a long lasting group that never really got into a serious scandal. they rarely talk about disbandment because they believe they could continue this even if they’re in their 60s lol. BTOB is full of talented man for real, Ilhoon and Hyunsik are producers that produced a lot of good songs. well, I’ll never unstan them because of this incident. I will support them like I usually do. yejiapsaa 💙

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

@@starcvnt let's go though it together melody, no never that will not be the reason I unstan such wonderful group and person will separate melody to btob! No! Never! I just dont want to miss their 10th anniversary, no I don't want their career to end up just right before their anniversary. No I can't accept it. I VE NEVER CRIED SO HARD BECAUSE OF A GROUP. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@Juan-hv9bi]

Cheerful news this week

[@DKDKTV]

ALWAYS POSITIVE VIBES

[@madimoonchild]

So incredibly positive!✨

[@boitumelolamola9582]

Right, so jubilant

[@touchmesomehow]

Yeah I don’t think America factors in here. Weed is still illegal at the federal level in the US.

[@solarsatori]

Being an American it's so strange to see idols getting in trouble for weed. Meanwhile in the states pop stars are smoking weed on stage. lol

[@sardinesandpyjamas]

Snoop Dogg lmao

[@raerohan4241]

I mean, celebrities can get arrested for drunk driving and come out the other side squeaky clean even if they hit someone. They can get on with their careers as usual even when they beat up their significant others. The ent. industries of the two countries are really not comparable lol

[@redaa.1996]

@@user-yz8rx5sz7c It’s honestly more about the drug culture in a country. There’s a market for drugs in America but not really in East Asian countries so the number of addicts is far less but there’s definitely addicts there as well

[@nicnat3573]

Same. It’s so weird they’re calling him a junkie when weed is a chill thing here in the States. I hope they eventually realize weed isn’t that bad in Asian countries

[@screamingbanshee1282]

I feel bad for boa I take medicine, you can't just function without it

[@jeannedingajd]

I wonder if she’s gonna get the BOM treatment.

[@mr_booinyourarea8697]

true i feel bad for her too since i take sleeping pills too. but at the same time I'm pissed for how they treated Park bom when similar thing happened to her and no netizen apologised for cancelling her

[@stanme373]

@@mr_booinyourarea8697 I mean many of international fans bashed too

[@m.l.f.rilwana]

For your information he did not go to military to cover things up. They went early so they could be 7 on 10th anivasary. BTOB FIGHTING Yejiapsa 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙 I was introduced for kpop thanks to you guys you guys were my 1st ever kpop group to listen. My favourite. We melody will stay with you until the end.💙💙💙💙💙💙💙yejiapsa

[@jimired]

Oh my god, this is so sad. I was wondering why the maknaes enlisted early. They wanted to have their 10th anniversary as 7. I hope things workout somehow even tho it seems impossible. Melodies Fighting!

[@briannasanchez512]

“Using for 5 years, several times? That’s a little too much” *stares in pot head american* : oh shit

[@amelie-oo7bj]

Fr what are they so dramatic for 😭💀🤜🏻 a little bit of weed never kills let that man vibe

[@AramasG]

Weed is not an issue for me despite being illegal in my country since most people don’t really view it as anything serious and many want it to be legalised however it’s not the same in SK and I wish people that have a lot to lose would think carefully before taking such risks because your reputation is so easily damaged by such incidents in SK.

[@batotit]

About the weed thing, I think David is correct that at the end of the day, it has nothing to do with the weed itself, but the way the guy made a lot of effort to circumvent the korean law in order to get something that he knows is illegal and that he should be accounted for. I get Danny's comparison with the speeding ticket. It is against the law but people should not lose their job because of it. I agree. But if the dude that went speeding did everything in his power to get rid of the speeding ticket like claiming someone else is driving the car, or bribe the official that caught him or destroy the video evidence that shows he is speeding then damn, that is completely different. There is something wrong with that person already and he needed to know that his actions have consequences.

[@hanahime5734]

I agree, I’m a fan of ilhoon but if he is proven guilty and sentenced he should according to it either serve or pay the fines. Then sent to rehab and if needed get help for mental care. But beyond all this after the punishments and years away, I still hope he gets back to music and won’t be ‘witch hunted’ even after the punishment. I just feel this offense doesn’t warrant an excessive hatred towards him, if he messed up, ok he will pay for it. Either way I luv his music and hope he can get through this.

[@Meerkat17]

You make a great point! I agree.

[@cosmicsky2734]

but law can be changed it been updating all the time so we can always talking about it especially when the case happening so that it can help ppl acknowledge about the problem

[@chihiroogino7464]

If this was the focal point of the criticism, I would agree. But from the looks of it, people are focusing on how smoking weed is illegal and therefore Ilhoon is a bad guy. Also, I don’t really know much about BTOB so I’m not being bias due to the celebrity status, though I’m a bit bias because I’m American

[@kylab8395]

I think it just depends on your view of laws and authority, to me I only respect laws that I agree with them, I don’t break them because I don’t want to face consequences, but I don’t really care about other people do, if I think the law stupid to begin with

[@Meerkat17]

I hope all these celebrities caught up in these scandals are okay and have mental and emotional support.. hope they also have the strength to own up to their mistakes and take the consequences so they will be forgiven by the public and resume their career activities.

[@curvytangerine]

I literally cannot believe anyone gives a flying fuck about BoA's "scandal." As someone who worked four years in shipping and constantly dealt with international shipments and customs issues/requirements for countries across the globe, I can tell you that that is an obvious customs mistake and not any kind of attempt at smuggling. Things like this happen _constantly_ to both ordinary people and powerful ones; it can be extremely difficult to figure out what kind of information and/or certification customs wants (and where to get it). Many people either don't consult a shipping professional at all, or they speak to one but decide whatever the person says sounds like too much work and take a shortcut. There's also the possibility that the shipping employee is a lazy fuck and doesn't do their job, either accepting a customs form they know is incomplete or not bothering to look up the customs requirements at all (cheers to some of my shitty former employees!). And of course there are times when customs simply decides to be a pain in the ass for no predictable reason. Whatever the case may be, the destination country can wind up doing almost anything as a result: bouncing your shipment right back to you, holding it at customs until you give them the information/certification they want, charging you a fine for fucking up, investigating you for potential shady business, even just throwing your shit in the garbage can and never telling you. Sometimes they even do more than one of these things at once-for example, fining you and holding your shipment while they wait for more information, then just sending it back to you anyway! The South Korean government and law enforcement system knows all of that, or they should. Which means they really must be batshit about drug use to not only open an investigation into such a trifling matter but also _publicly report on it._ To tie this into another topic in the video: I think the discussion about attitudes toward drugs in South Korea is far bigger than marijuana-and this is the actual reason why I agree with Danny's ultimate point. The problem arises when the public-and even law enforcement-jump to certain conclusions in virtually Pavlovian fashion. They hear the word "drugs" and their minds immediately go to "this person broke the law and they are guilty." It doesn't matter if that drug is a legal one or whether it was genuinely smuggled or not. It doesn't matter if the accused individual is actually ruled innocent (Park Bom, Wonho). It doesn't matter how frequently or rarely the drug use occurred or how long ago it was. The media will treat it with the same disgust, employers will treat it with the same paranoia, and even if it's just a passing thought, the GP will treat it with the same disdain.

[@stanme373]

I can read Korean but it clearly shows Korean comments are saying BoA is innocent had nothing to do with this but staff is the problem. 90% are on her side. Different situation from Bom

[@lunali7209]

@@stanme373 how is it different from bom? do explain.

[@raerohan4241]

@@lunali7209 In the way that the public is reacting, going by what she said. Pretty obvious

[@KarateSHOES00]

Dude, BoA just trying to sleep.

[@Ichigo29ify]

lol thats what i thought too, she must be so stressed rn!

[@shruthakeerthi4559]

Same

[@q.qtulips7486]

I pray ... She and other s. IS NOT TRY DO SUICIDE, PLZ NO DESTROY SELF No Self Cursing No SELF DESTRUCTION.

[@cookiepie9]

Ilhoon :( Im scared for his future and the future of btob.. btob is my main. that one comment from a melody saying that ilhoon ruined their title of no scandals IS NOT IT. they are people. people are not perfect. to burden ilhoon with that is not a solution. maybe im too biased as a melody, but im very worried for ilhoon’s and btob’s mental health rn. i hope during this, ilhoon stays mentally strong. I dont know if korea does this, but if they’re gonna treat weed as a crime and putting it up at the same shelf as more harmful drug usage, they should include counseling with treatment...

[@Tigerous]

Everyone overreacting like these kpop idol killed someone.

[@aestheticcat8976]

See the unrealistic expectations for idols, is absolute perfection. Doing anything otherwise causes an uproar, suddenly everyone is dragging your name to the dirt and not just for a week or months. Some of the hatred can go on for years, in extreme cases until the idol commits s*icide. Then there's those who suddenly turns a new leaf in those extreme cases, where they now love that idol because they're gone.

[@mercedesmcgee89]

BTOB one of the most underrated groups in kpop. I hope everything works out for the rest of the members this should have never happened... I hope they continue to do more activities and hopefully this situation will happen again

[@fraiseaumiel9956]

Wow now you know BTOB !! Lmao when they were working hard , when they were facing discrimination when they didn't get the respect they deserve in many occasion nobody talked about it but for a little mistake everybody is talking about them ! The hypocrisy .....

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

Ikr!!! Life is so unfair! Also korean melody should think carefully before cursing him, Peniel hair loss, sad lyrics, now ilhoon marijuana use.... btob have serious problems, just because they laugh and act crazy in front of camera don't mean that they are okay everyday. They tried to hide it because they want to be pro, to share happiness with melody but now , the beloved Korean melody are turning into monsters.... so sad 😭

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

By the way, T francaise??

[@australianctzen]

yes exactly, btob are very much overlooked in the kpop scene (by international fans). however they aren’t unknown, in fact quite popular in sk due to their ‘ballad group’ reputation. so I think if this was used as a coverup, btob would be a suitable group to use cus they had a good reputation.... it’s a shame. I’m planning to watch them on kingdom, I hope they do well 💙

[@mermaidthea]

I think alcoholism is bigger problem, than smoking weed. And I know that people in South Korea have this problem with alcohol, so they must be more concerned about that. Weed is nothing compared to alcohol.

[@mermaidthea]

@chromaticcanuck Yes, and that hypocrisy is everywhere. Because in my country is the same. People call you a drug addict if you smoke weed. The same people that were drinking alcohol since they were little.

[@alfiwahyu4626]

Ilhoon and other members of BTOB have promised melodies they will gather as 7 in their 10th anniversary so Ilhoon and Sungjae decided to enlist earlier. Thank you.

[@bubsbubsoohlalaa]

i feel so bad for BoA that the prosecutors/media used the word ‘smuggling’ when she wasnt even trying to hide anything and even had all the ingredients listed out lol like it was a paperwork mess up but they make it sound like she trying to do sth shady when all she wanted was the sleeping pills she used to take in japan that didnt give her side effects unlike the ones she been prescribed in korea where the side effects of weight loss and vomiting etc is so evident in her latest comeback..i really hope she gets better soon!

[@sincerelysof]

Damn, didn’t expect Hong Jinyoung would do something like that. Then again, I didn’t know her dad is a professor. I’m not a fan of hers, but I absolutely love her presence in variety shows. She truely is a fun and kindhearted human being. I believe she didn’t do it, because she herself wanted to pull a image like that. I feel like it was more a family pressure thing. That being said, I do think she (, her father and the university) deserves whatever punishment is designated for plagiarizing a master thesis. Because of stunts like these, other celebrities who actually did get their diplomas are being scrutinized aswell. Tablo went through hell, even though he earned his diploma fair and square. It really is unfair to the people who work hard for it. So yeah, I’m very disappointed.😓🥺

[@knightcool7769]

Yeah I was very shocked

[@xshantop1verse407]

We really dont give a fuck its a diploma of somone you dont know in real life

[@shinichikudoz]

@@xshantop1verse407 and yet u still comment on it...bruh

[@dorisa3665]

Totally like Tablo worked hard to get it, this why these people such as the university, dad or whoever that was indeed involved should get punished since, like you said, can very much so undermine the hard work put in by future celebrities who both studied and balance their incredibly demanding career.

[@iagreewithyou3478]

Maybe she had someone ghostwrite it for her.

[@starcvnt]

weed is illegal in Korea and many other countries. I can’t blame him 100% because that thing happened when BTOB didn’t receive spotlight and he might be getting sooo many stress during those times. everyone has their own way to relieve stress and Ilhoon chose the wrong way. BTOB is a well respected group because they are a long lasting group that never really got into a serious scandal. they rarely talk about disbandment because they believe they could continue this even if they’re in their 60s lol. BTOB is full of talented man for real, Ilhoon and Hyunsik are producers that produced a lot of good songs. well, I’ll never unstan them because of this incident. I will support them like I usually do. yejiapsaa 💙

[@starcvnt]

@yahya john and that’s why I said he chose the wrong way. people would say “why tf he is still using that even for 4-5 years” but the thing is narcotics are so addictive but relaxing and many people find it hard to get away from them. it’s just like smoking but in another level, once you get trapped in a habit like that you will find it hard to quit.

[@nmoomoo]

henshu66 weed isn’t addictive

[@AiEnma23]

@@starcvnt weed is not an addiction. I bet he shared it with other idols or something but don’t know

[@starcvnt]

@@nmoomoo cannabis/weed/marijuana is addictive, though not everyone who uses it will develop an addiction. I already did a research that if you use cannabis regularly and over a long time (several months or years), you may find that you are craving it and want to use it again and againd then finally become unable to stop on your own. even if you want to stop using it you will fave some mental or even physical symptoms like craving, anxiety, pain all over your muscle. though everyone is not like that, but I think he is one of them that experienced the symptoms and finally, craving it more and more.

[@starcvnt]

well, I don’t know that deep about weed, addictive or not, I don’t really want to make an issue here. I just want to say that I’m forever stanning 7TOB.

[@rhk8551]

the case with ilhoon really saddens me... :( btob's songs have helped me with my depression, and now seeing news of ilhoon..

[@gabysg9191]

I really hope this doesn't end Ilhoon's career. I'm not necessarily a huge fan of BTOB, but I do listen to them now and then. He has still so much to offer to the Korean Music Industry and he is still very young :(

[@justinlee2171]

I think in addition to government efforts to fear-monger around marijuana because it gives them a job to do, weed is considered a drug for rich people in South Korea because it is so hard and expensive to obtain. There's no widespread use of it, which means the general public is less inclined to see criminalization as a net negative policy

[@joohoneybun]

what i don't understand is why people are saying that hong jinyoung shouldn't be worried about something that doesn't involve her career. the thing is, idols and artists and entertainers go to university for their degrees as a backup plan as well. some people aren't idols forever, some people don't stay in the entertainment business forever. what if she got married and had children and decided to pursue the career she studied for? it very much does affect her career, especially because now if she does leave the entertainment business, she can't pursue that career without going back and spending more years in university to get a fair degree, if she doesn't get blacklisted from schools or something. idk how plagiarism works when you're caught, i always wrote fair and original essays.

[@alfiwahyu4626]

I don't support smoking weed (and smoking in general) cause it's bad for your health but I WILL ALWAYS SUPPORT ILHOON AND BTOB cause I love their songs and their sincerity in music 💙

[@lmf221]

As a Melody, this changes nothing for me as a fan. I do have to say the dropping of this news NOW months after he joined the military and even longer since the investigation supposedly began is suspicious and I don't understand why.

[@dazzlingmoo5813]

Well I'm not a Melody (well...lowkey) but I'll keep support them no matter what. They're a KPop gems.

[@emilyrosenfeldt1641]

The anti-weed videos from the 70s sent me. Haha

[@doriannepontez9757]

😂😂😂😂😂 those videos are ridiculous

[@mikayla9146]

I realize the legal issue regarding pot, but realistically, all those sleeping pills being prescribed ( over a million patients I think you said) are likely more harmful to a persons well being, not to mention highly addictive.

[@mikayla9146]

If pot was legal, persons may not require nor desire sleeping pills.... In countries where pot is legal, prescription drug use is typically lower. It may also lower the excessive alcohol usage in Korea too. Which is also more harmful than pot.

[@mypride_andjoy2269]

Weed is also medical well could be medical which it is only when the stuff thats in weed gets you high is taken out. I just don't get why its not legally in more states and countries since it has been proving to help people deal with anxieties and what not. Even though its illegal I still don't get why folks vilified these guys if they smoke weed like that's literally the lesser of all crimes and sins and don't mount to much.

[@saragriffin5230]

@yahya john There are so many studies that contradict the statement "leagalizing marihuana only leads to worse drugs". No, legalizing means that people have access to safer marihuana use, ie. it wouldn't be laced with other drugs to attempt to addict people to stronger drugs. Maybe instead of making drugs illegal, countries should focus on providing better healthcare, and in Korea's case that means destigmatizing mental illnesses. This has nothing to do with idols/idol worship, and everything to do with effectivly and accurately provinding information to people so that they can make informed decisions about their health. In fact, just take a look at the opioid epidemic in the US. People are hooked on heroin because of LEGAL, perscription drugs, like vicoden. Meanwhile there have been some studies that show marihuana can alleviate pain and does not cause the same drug dependency as opiates.

[@nmoomoo]

yahya john if weed is legalised then people could use it medically instead of using sleeping pills. Also decreases crimes related to the dealing of weed and tbh weed’s not that bad. If people are allowed to smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol then weed should be legal

[@nmoomoo]

yahya john wow the privilege of not having to deal with anxiety and insomnia and other related things shows in your comment. How ignorant!

[@hopeheyday]

I wanted to see some BTOB related news on DKDK someday, but well... good news... not smth like this.

[@jessiev2353]

that's the sad part about it. people are starting to talk about them more now because of the scandal. When they were putting out good songs, a lot of people kept sleeping on them, but then now everyone's quick to jump on this issue and has an opinion on btob.

[@fraiseaumiel9956]

@@jessiev2353 EXACTLY !

[@PiffMimz]

Ilhoon is my btob bias :P I think that removing him from the group will be really bad for the group cause he also contributes a lot as a producer/song writer :/ I hope this drama will not kill the group :(

[@grace_0313]

So much love and support for Jung Ilhoon and BTOB.💙💙💙 #WeStillStanBTOB #WeCan'tPleaseEverybody

[@JJIllia]

Honestly anyone who gets mad and stops listening to Ilhoon and BTOB because of this scandal should stop listening to 90+% of American rappers and a decent amount of American artists in general because a whole lot of artists and songwriters alike smoke weed because its legal in America because its such a stupid drug to be afraid of. Honestly there's no horrible side effects and you just get looser and laugh at really stupid stuff and sometimes colors get distorted. Not really anything to be afraid of. People in general just need to stop treating weed like it has the same effects as cocaine or crystal meth

[@bugu7323]

i really dont like drugs and i try to not stan that type of people but like there is no need to hate someone just because they do drugs its their life

[@jessisVanitas5372]

You are clearly underestimating the long time effects of drugs on the human body. Also just because Weed is legual in America do you think that it’s like everywhere? Drugs are dangerous for the human body

[@JJIllia]

@@jessisVanitas5372 I know plenty of people who are long time users and they have no bad side effects and I’m talking about people who have used 3-5 times a week for the last 10-20 years. I never made any assumptions about other countries either I just said that if you’re going to be so petty as to stop listening to someone’s music because they smoke weed then you should take the time to know exactly how many people you listen to also smoke weed. I specifically referenced American artists because it’s legal in America and many many many people in America smoke weed

[@Ilmryn465]

@@jessisVanitas5372 Uhm yeah I mean I can only vouch for California because that’s where I live but especially in urban metropolitan areas where 95% of the population lives, weed dispensaries are everywhere. I think the most per area code just within the city of Los Angeles is like 13, and the average area code size in LA is like about a mile radius so that quiet a fucking lot of weed dispensaries

[@JJIllia]

@Black To Grace I’m not judging other countries by US standards I’m saying that being so petty and so against weed as to stop listening to an artist because they smoke it, should mean that you make sure you aren’t listening to someone who smokes it before you get attached otherwise that’s pretty hypocritical seeing as most artists don’t hide it, especially American artists because it’s legal in America. I’m not measuring other countries against another’s standard I’m just specifically naming American artists because it is legal in America and most people don’t hide the fact they use weed here whether they smoke it, eat it, etc

[@huh5590]

off topic but i still hate those knetz who attacked tablo for a rumor that he lied about graduating from stanford univ even when all proof were given lmao u left a mark and damaged tablo’s part of life sksks those who judged him and wished for him to die and who attacked his family as well can rot in hell 🤍

[@justyna100794]

thanks for saying that! i had the exact same thought while watching segment about hong jinyoung

[@jaywardagua4154]

Ooooooooooops! I still remember all of thaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat

[@uaenaonce8231]

Same, I loved Hong jin young, but idols like this only ruin the reputation for others sadly. Tablo is such a sweet soul, but I'm disappointed in HJY...

[@ppjskh]

I saw Tablo in concert last year and he’s a very cool, articulate person. All those people who attacked him are dumb as hell!

[@jaywardagua4154]

@@uaenaonce8231 me too I’m a big fan of hers but she did that I’m very disappointed I hope she learned.

[@melodystaywith7498]

Wow i respect your reaction to Ilhoon and YES you are true.. People should educate themselves about the scientific facts of weed first before throwing hate comments on him.. I hate stereotype mindset society have

[@ladysirc1586]

Smoking weed is a common thing to most of the idols and actors and it's not a big deal for me but let's face the fact that it is a law in there country. If ilhoon made a mistake then let him face his punishment. But it doesn't mean he will be dismissed in his group by smoking weed. It's okay to make mistake everybody does anyway, as long as you know your mistake and stop repeating it. Give the man a chance and don't ruin his life by throwing harsh words as if he killed someone. Specially now not he is not proven yet. Ilhoon is a beautiful person inside out, he deserves chance, love ,understanding if he is proven guilty.... Ilhoona keep your mind still, in this situation we melodies will never leave you, we will fight together we will always your back. 7TOB and MELODIES will always be together forever..... 10th anniversary fighting!!!

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

Well said my friend a

[@bonbonbear2344]

Love the kpop news coverage! Just wish this segment is longer with more content. Can totally watch you two for an hour.

[@sweetsgourmet]

As an American, everyone knows the US isn’t the world’s moral standard. But, I feel like a lot of countries, include the US Federal government, need to chill on the Mary Jane. Make it legal like alcohol and cigarettes and governments can make money off the taxes...and people would be so chill. Also, governments need to concentrate on some many important issues - sexual assault, SUICIDE, politician’s illegal shit, etc.

[@oceanstaiga5928]

Yeah its just not gonna happen anytime soon here in Korea.. it really a different culture and government is far from legalising it tbh

[@itz_aljk2338]

Why do i feel like Boa's situation was the same as 2ne1's Park Bom?

[@pinkgangsta6157]

Nope. BoA just buy sleeping pills from her Doctor in Japan. You know BoA spend her half live in Japan. But because corona she can't go to Japan buy it directly. She use her staff name for purchase and delivery, maybe because privacy on delivery processing. Sometimes staff do this to keep their artist/idol privacy. BoA's problem is purchase and delivery prosedure.

[@M00NLightSunRise]

@@pinkgangsta6157 that's the same thing that happened to Bom. She had prescription pills in USA and it's illegal in Korea but she didn't know and her mom sent it to her through the mail because she needed it.

[@curvytangerine]

@@pinkgangsta6157 girl it's almost exactly the same.

[@skittydreamsd4766]

It’s not the same. Bom’s medication is illegal in Korea and she smuggled it in anyway. She didn’t disclose her meds at all and literally hid it with candy. BoA’s meds is legal in Korea and it was properly disclosed on the package. The only issue is that Boa’s Japan employee made the mistake of not getting permission from the Korean government first.

[@dvrie84]

@@M00NLightSunRise but BoA sleeping pil is Legal in korea while in Bom case is illegal in korea

[@didxdrama]

Melody, Ilhoon and the rest of BTOB I am with you BTOB OT8 forever

[@tanu6503]

Gosh, haters really don't have a personal life. Do these people think before saying something bad about Idols!! Why can't they be judged purely basis on their performance, I don't think any of us haven't done anything illegal in our life. People killing people is unforgivable, people cheating people is hurtful, are these haters really I mean REALLY impacted with the act and I mean ANY SORT OF ACT done by these idols?? If not then who gave them authority to spread negativity and ruin somebody's life and career over it! That's definitely should be illegal.. Spread positivity, let's help people getting out of the bad decision they might have taken due to any reason. Let's be human ☺️ A #BTOB fan #SupportingILHOON 💜💜 Waiting for #BTOB comeback in 2022..

[@kunological]

I can wait for David to write an essay.

[@TheUnknown3399]

Wild how all these idols are being exposed for weed usage this past year, I wonder if someone has an agenda against it. I don’t hate ilhoon for smoking just annoyed bc it was dumb to think the law/public would never find out and now the group is injured and he is facing charges :/

[@donsenorperrojronimin9043]

I think that if he was in a point where he did not want o can leave it, intead of the risk, i think, he maybe could need help for leave it now. I hope its not the case....

[@ceruhermandez9651]

I just know that they waited to reveal Ilhoon care right now bc of the drama that was happening with the president son in Korea they are shady like that.

[@user-em5eu2ek4w]

@@ceruhermandez9651 no lol he ain't really popular to be honest. You guys relate everything to cover smth up, but if they really wanted to, they would reveal some scandal from bts, twice or some other famous group. The twice member's encore problem was more spotlighted than this issue lol

[@delliebby2296]

@@ceruhermandez9651 BTOB isn't popular internationally but they are quite well known in Korea, I hear

[@aaskive]

@@delliebby2296 did you watch the video? you saw what danny said, right? btob or ilhoon ain't that popular in skorea so any scandal related to this group won't affect that much to the gp

[@kaath5408]

the international fans saying "it (plagiarism) doesn't matter because it has nothing to do with her career/profession.", well then it also wouldn't matter wether they took away her degree, no? since her degree has nothing to do with her profession.

[@rimmasa6625]

of course they will take it since she does not deserve it, but the point is should her singing career be destroyed because of this? I mean idols and entrainment people can ruin their own career by just small car accident so I am not sure

[@ivana_4866]

Ikr? Sometimes international fans can be so annoying. It's not like they don't want her to sing anymore.

[@juliakeeton6953]

That’s not what anyone said. No one is arguing that she doesn’t deserve to have her degree taken away. She definitely should. In America, plagiarism automatically gets you expelled from your university, no questions asked. The point is that her career shouldn’t be ruined because of this. She didn’t use that degree to build her career as a singer, so why should the loss of it affect her? The degree isn’t related to her profession, so she should be allowed to continue in that profession. No one is defending plagiarism.

[@AiEnma23]

Yeah. It doesn’t matter is they take it away, that’s her own personal issue that people shouldn’t be minding so much. Stans should learn to respect idols privacy specially when it something that would not affect them.

[@huh5590]

@@juliakeeton6953 exactly. your comprehension really said 📈📈. not a fan of her but i’ve watched her in variety shows and personally i think hong jinyoung herself is ok with returning her degrees lmao. that’s the right thing to do. her profession in music shouldn’t be affected bc of this issue, that’s what the itn’l comments are trying to say which is why it seems like “her plagiarism isn’t much of a big deal” to some people when i think itn’l fans doesn’t really mean it that way? they’re just saying hjy should continue her singing career despite this cause it’s “irrelevant” to her singing career.

[@jayb5500]

i think ilhoon should get a good lawyer and go on and accept the charges so he’ll get a shorter sentence. imo narcotics, opioids, and stronger more addictive hallucinogens (like cocoaine) are more dangerously addictive and riskier than marijuana. like people don’t realize that anything that alters you normal state of being is a drug. alcohol is a drug, tobacco (nicotine)is a drug, caffeine is a drug. i’m pretty sure you will come in contact with someone with a caffeine addiction more often than one with marijuana “addiction”. honestly (speaking from a western pov) the demonization of marijuana in the west stems from its association with the black and latinx communities and drugs that are actually addictive and killing white people (opioids) are labeled as safer and even marketable. they get so many ads on tv. but nobody really is ready for that discussion. but anyway my point is drugs are everywhere and we shouldn’t be quick to demonize users of marijuana especially when u actually have acquired knowledge about it and what drugs are in general. okay i’m done.

[@olblue3478]

He'll only pay a fine

[@jayb5500]

@@olblue3478 ohh okay. the korean justice system and american one carry out drug charges waayyy different in that case. wow.

[@olblue3478]

@@jayb5500 he's not smuggling it.... he just bought and used it

[@jayb5500]

@@olblue3478 oh so it wasn’t even possession?

[@olblue3478]

@@jayb5500 he probably finished it before going to the army😂

[@HeavenlyiceDream]

it's just pot. give him a fine and move on with life it's not like he was doing something that would hurt anyone else. Anyone unstanning the group because he smoked pot isn't a true fan. go look at yourself and your little habits and prove you never did anything wrong before going off on a celebrity and saying horrible things. There is no reason this should be something that damages the groups image.

[@musicsk613]

Regardless of what you and I think about weed, the fact is that weed is illegal in South Korea and anyone who has it will face legal repercussions

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

@@musicsk613 we know that but kmel are so harsh with him... they should be more indulgent and try to understand the real reason behind this wrong choice. Peniel hair loss, sad lyrics and now this issue with Ilhoon. Btob face so much problem but fans only see them as the funny ones who never have sad moments... I ask Korean melody to understand his situation, I am not saying that he should not be punished but I beg k- melody to not leave him because of that. Everyone need second chance . 🙂

[@niki7159]

Guilty or not, I still stan my 1st kpop bias. We melodies are one on this battle. Note this! I would not let toxic people ruin BTOB. I'll protect them because they were the reason why I cope up from my chronic depression.

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

Louder my friend, I am with you Ikr!!! Life is so unfair! Also korean melody should think carefully before cursing him, Peniel hair loss, sad lyrics, now ilhoon marijuana use.... btob have serious problems, just because they laugh and act crazy in front of camera don't mean that they are okay everyday. They tried to hide it because they want to be pro, to share happiness with melody but now , the beloved Korean melody are turning into monsters.... so sad 😭

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

Louder my friend, I am with you Ikr!!! Life is so unfair! Also korean melody should think carefully before cursing him, Peniel hair loss, sad lyrics, now ilhoon marijuana use.... btob have serious problems, just because they laugh and act crazy in front of camera don't mean that they are okay everyday. They tried to hide it because they want to be pro, to share happiness with melody but now , the beloved Korean melody are turning into monsters.... so sad 😭

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

Louder my friend, I am with you Ikr!!! Life is so unfair! Also korean melody should think carefully before cursing him, Peniel hair loss, sad lyrics, now ilhoon marijuana use.... btob have serious problems, just because they laugh and act crazy in front of camera don't mean that they are okay everyday. They tried to hide it because they want to be pro, to share happiness with melody but now , the beloved Korean melody are turning into monsters.... so sad 😭

[@genovevalara71]

Love you two. Daniel and David please be safe and keep yourselves healthy. Sending lots of Agape Love all the way from El Paso,Texas

[@kemalasaridina1898]

I mean, I totally get the pressure HJY felt. My father is one of the most referred senior professors in my university, my grades were good and I got a lot of awards and scholarships, but even then people always questioned me of my studies. It got to the point where I was so depressed and spent literally years for writing my thesis when I've finished all of my mandatory and tons of extra credits with good grades way before. I love studying, but by the time I was writing my thesis, my career was on full swing and I got poached by a big company as I won an award which was considered a big deal in my university. Everyone, and I mean, everyone, kept reminding me to finish my studies and not to bring shame to the family. Be it my faculty's professor who's my father's best friend, my attending professor who was my father's former assistant, even my gossipy professor who was just someone who knew my family background kept telling me that I should not forsaken my studies and to graduate fast. I never had any problem with my studies before and had been balancing well even though I already built my career since I started college, but after all that the pressure just came pouring down. It got to the point where I got into clinical depression, had panic attacks, had to go on therapies, AND I for some reason just couldn't (or wouldn't) complete my thesis for YEARS, longer than the time it took for me to finish my classes. Thesis was really just a formality for me, but I literally became the oldest student in campus bringing shame to my family. I was way ahead than my friends when I just got into school, but now I'm already way behind because of how I was stuck back then. But still, even in that situation, my father would much rather have me dropped out than to have me plagiarize others' works or do other unethical means for me to graduate. I ended up transferring to another university because I couldn't stand the pressure. He would have disowned me if I were to plagiarize others' works or had my thesis done by others. From what HJY had done, it was clear that she got her thesis done by paying others (it's quite common actually, the service usually just rewrite old thesis with new titles). It's too bad she didn't even admit that because anyone with enough experience would know that you won't get 70+% plagiarism rate if you only use 'references' without copying-pasting, no matter how much of them you use 😂

[@Denelle18]

I hope you are well now and ready. I am in my thesis time rn and just took comps. I liked HJY as a performer and tv personality but I sadly believe the rumors thrown to her now are very true. She did accept the decision tho and gave up her degrees. I believe it's one way of admission to what you have done. Because if you weren't guilty, you'll fight your way through something you have worked so hard for. I just sincerely wish she will bounce back better after the scandal. I also wish you well in life rn.

[@dimithri9429]

it is crazy to me that idols are "investigated" for smoking weed?! for something I myself and many others do all the damn time, it s crazy

[@djwow2265]

I know that Korea has different laws than in America, but the hate celebrities get is sad !! people make mistakes and sometimes people are too quick to judge and end up giving them hate. They are already going through a hard time and I wouldn’t want to be another reason on why they decide to end their life, I don’t want that on my conscience 😢 Hope things get better

[@mrsbtobmellowdy4923]

this is by far the most unbiased opinion and lighten up the mood to watch and hear the way you relay the news of our dear ILhoon, criticizing and giving conclusions without degrading the idol and yet you can still give your pov! thank you both! I am a MELODY AND NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS IN THE INVESTIGATION MY LOVE FOR BTOB AND THEIR MUSIC WON’T CHANGE ONLY BECAUSE OF This weed effing sh*t!!! Just hope BTOB WILL recover from this soon and still members are complete! OT7! REAL MELODIES GOT YOUR BACK BTOB! YEJIAPSA!!!!

[@tete8151]

I think hypocrite should be a synonym for some kpop fans. People blame knetz most of the times but people complaining are International fans then you say Knetz are sensitive but if you compare the comments kpop fans are the ones criticizing kpop idols. Stop thinking a kpop idol can not make a mistake just because IIhoon was found guilty doesn't mean he can't change I am 101% sure if it was your neighbour you would not have abused and cussed him/her/they y'all really blame only Kpop idols as if they murdered your friends. Kpop idols and celebrities are humans let them enjoy.

[@chanmer1]

another good one guys. way to end the year on a High note. ☘💊☘💊 hahahaha. after show should be interesting 👍👍

[@Moriighan]

Oh gosh... Knowing how SK society reacts with these type of scandals, it makes me worry more about him, hopefully he is doing good, it would be nice to know why is he using it, if it is purely recreational, well, I think it's not that bad, but if it's because other reasons then it's worrisome. As a Melody I'm still supporting Ilhoon, and all of them.

[@user-nw4wj5kf1j]

He's not even getting that many interest from the Koreans

[@agasnario8017]

He is getting more disliked by international fans. No idea why

[@iambffofdarkness4764]

Everyone charged with a criminal offence shall be presumed innocent until proven guilty according to law. Even IF he uses it, they must be proven by court with certain evidences.

[@justmike1753]

I'm patiently waiting for David's essay😂

[@izzatulsyazwniee_4231]

Drug issue remember what happens to hanbin? He proven innocent and what he do now? If he did wrong, then he should take responsible. I just feel this issue Very frustrating 😔

[@miyra28]

Thank you to whoever included that weed psa from the 70s. It was pure gold 😂

[@mcflorry_5]

You two still remain one of my favorite youtubers and I always anticipate your videos 😌🙌🏽. So I just wanted to say thank you for the time and effort you put it, I really enjoy and appreciate you🎉

[@craytowns9479]

I think Koreans need to accept that not all laws created by humans are morally right or fair. In some countries protecting and feeding the poor is considered a crime. Laws don’t always dictate morality and justice.

[@chantal8035]

THE FACT THAT NOONE IS ASKING WHY HE BOUGHT WEED IS JUST 😬 like ya'll dont realize idols are still human? They're constantly overworked, underpaid, under stress and pressure yet people SHAME on them for using methods to relieve the pain? Ilhoon did not hurt anyone, the only victim here is him and K- Nets are more concerned about law instead of his well being. If I was him, I'd do the same tbh. Edit: The way some of ya'll bash on BTOB/ Ilhoon more than actual sexual offenders and racists in the industry is just funny to me 🤭 But we just not ready for that convo yet. Oh and no, I'm not defending his actions, I'm calling him out for this bs people call "justice". He deserves to receive punishment by law not from Netizens :) (please don't fight in the comments, let's have civil discussions 💜)

[@user-nw4wj5kf1j]

LOL I agree but I don't. There are definitely more people in Korea that work harder than him, so according to your logic, are they justified to do weed and commit a crime since they have to relieve stress? Also the fact that there are other and more effective ways to relieve stress. I agree he should't get blamed too much, but stop trying to justify what he did, since at the end, crime is a crime, and that shouldn't be excused.(Think about all other hardworkong citizens who abide the law)

[@kaath5408]

@@user-nw4wj5kf1j agreed!

[@julissatorres6621]

@yahya john that’s not a crime

[@julissatorres6621]

@@user-nw4wj5kf1j what he did isn’t a crime

[@tanayadalvi5290]

@@user-nw4wj5kf1j actually smoking is ok(its still bad) but drugs is..... illegal😶

[@shivangisehgal]

Damn, this year has been really controversial for SM.

[@raerohan4241]

Well, some of it was their own fault (e.g. the plagiarism scandal with Aespa's MV), but yeah

[@MaeAlbright]

Thank you Danny ❤

[@jjthek]

You're awesome David!

[@marly-5995]

Living in the netherlands it feels so unreal to me that ppl actually end up in jail or get high vines for using marihuana.. like im not a user myself, but i could buy it here in special ''coffee shops'' if I wanted to. its open to the public here and offcourse there are good and bad sides on this but putting ppl in jail and destroy their whole career just because they smoked a joint goes a little to far from my point of view. Im aware im from a different culture but it seems so harsh imo.

[@BUTTERCUPJones]

You know what's more dangerous... ALCOHOL! That is dangerous. Just because it's legal doesn't mean its less dangerous

[@yoongishadow2201]

I'm loving this ethical commentary for this bit haha. Delving into the real deep issues here

[@humimeyra8346]

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[@PlatePrintsOnTable]

in india a huge drug scandal went on for 4 months and everything's back to normal like nothing happened 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 some people went for questioning by the narcotics dpt, but now everything's back to normal 🤣🤣🤣 no one bats an eye

[@yashvisolanki5412]

It is going on rn tho but not that intense. Recently two TV show hosts were arrested

[@astha9326]

The fact that all are top tier actors and entertainer.. Is really funny... 😅😅😅

[@yashvisolanki5412]

@@astha9326 Ikr

[@andhiniretno3886]

In indonesia it's the same, here a famous actor, known as family man, smoke weed, got caught by police, ppl talked about for a week, and no one gives a fck anymore, he still got his career and still doing youtube and tv with his family, because people know he's not a bad guy

[@MingukFilms]

Danny’s comparison to speed tickets makes total sense!

[@calypso3928]

Dumbledore as the supposed professor LMAOO 🤣 2:41

[@emi_not_emmy]

"As if 2020 wasn't weird enough" I couldn't stop laughing when I read that

[@feat.Lilyli]

Bwahaha, David is so over this weed topic. I’m sorry for laughing 😂

[@AmbiCahira]

The BoA news feels so unfortunate. It feels like a common human error thing were catching flights and covid safety and such made this slip their mind because everything is hectic and crazy. :/

[@rachelwarner5795]

That was a really good convo about weed though. Very insightful

[@suprangyasingh7774]

BoA's case reminds me of Park Bom's case...I hope it doesn't turn that way🙏

[@maryrose8478]

Teachers should not be allowed to teach where their children attend and vice versa. Controversial I know but I saw it myself as a student. Parents can't help but give their children preferential treatment.

[@anuskashrestha5202]

I have something like this in my med school. A teacher could teach but couldn't assess or grade the year his/her child was a part of.

[@maryrose8478]

@@anuskashrestha5202 Yeah you're right. Maybe I went too far. I still think the teacher may have influence over other teachers though.

[@anuskashrestha5202]

@@maryrose8478 that's very possible😂

[@maryrose8478]

@@anuskashrestha5202 😂. Good luck with your studies!!

[@anuskashrestha5202]

@@maryrose8478 thanks💜

[@sonamelody9631]

14:52 ok that hit me so hard

[@MusicIslife-nn9gn]

Lmaooooo Danny!! “Your hotbox friends.” 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@moonstar9147]

I didn't even know that people attack David 😂😂😂

[@Monti_QM]

Korea always shocks me when it comes to marijuana cuz it’s literally just weed used for medicinal and recreational use tbh some of the best songs come out of a joint but to each it’s own

[@user-nw4wj5kf1j]

And that is a crime.

[@user-nw4wj5kf1j]

@chromaticcanuck, FYI, the legality of something is not determined by how harmful it is. That being said, I don't get your intention of claiming that Marijuana shoudn't be a crime since it is less harmful than alcohol and nicotine. To add on, whatsoever is your perception of marijuana, most importantly, it is a law that marijuana is illegal, and you should respect laws, as they are meant to abide. You said if its kept away from children it will be safe, however, when marijuana will be legalized, from children to teenagers, they will eventually be exposed to Marijuana, since it is very hard to control the usage, once legalized. For example, 20% of teenagers in America use Mauritania, and the significance here is, marijuana during youth causes permanent brain damage. Korea is a drug free country, recording nearly 0% marijuana usage among teenagers, and I don't want 20% of our youth to have brain damages.

[@otroatardecer]

Lmao everyone is getting caught for something

[@lalalalili1787]

Yeah after all we all human at the end

[@user-ey1vd3nd4o]

The one who is not get caught is maybe Angels hum??? Or maybe the one who provoked all of this🤔

[@ttc958]

Its like we are all human

[@DefineMorena]

More to come next year 👀

[@dehuntr9908]

Ikr..tough life of being a celebrity I guess. They literally have to be absolutely pure all the time, just like an innocent newborn baby who never did anything wrong in their life. Like imagine their every movement are being monitored by media 24/7 and you know sometimes media puts a little bit of spices here and there to create some sort of drama. So good luck to all of celebrities out there lol.

[@KR-bd1qk]

I just started laughing at the way, the video started on such a chaotic note 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. For sure they both radiate Siblings energy.

[@mariab6161]

David, are you ok? you seemed so down this whole video... get some rest, love you guys :) thank you for the news.

[@yannah702]

I just think Hong Jinyoung was pressured by his father. That's it.

[@AManOf_Culture]

People taking bout Ilhoon while smoking the hell out themselves.

[@loriearii474]

Just found your show 👍👏Since Ilhoon is having his court date on Sept 2nd next month for a hearing, can you do an update on that? Mahalo🌺

[@uhoh8990]

You know it’s gonna be a good ep if there’s sped up audio in the preview