What Happened to MONSTA X - Can Wonho Comeback?

[@InternetsNathan]

Hope you all are doing well! Do you think Wonho can return? Since he is still under Starship Ent. What do you think about this mess?

[@ecstasi]

The situation is sooooo messed up...

[@panduiiii2567]

Starship ended the contract a week ago.

[@na_maru8504]

This situation is not so simple, because they also have contract in the US and I don't think that the American team wants him to go. Love him or hate him, even Eshy has been showing support. Also with such a huge overseas fanbase, I don't think Starship can ignore global fans. The boys themselves are doing subtle things to make sure we know that they haven't forgotten about Wonho. It's time Korean agencies realised that idols are impprtant to international fans and if they want to export Kpop outside of Asia, our opinions matter.

[@panduiiii2567]

sad panda I’m pretty sure there is more info we don’t know about it , I mean Wonho leaves MONSTA X in first place maybe that’s best for him right now . It’s really hard to watch their performance without Wonho but He gave up so easily that’s make think they are probably hidding something because they could just send him to military service , I really hope is not the reason and I have been looking everyday for news of Him coming back , but for now I just want to Wonho be healthy ,safe and not struggling financially , don’t really care if he is in Monsta x anymore because I don’t want to be selfish I’m not Korean so I don’t understand why what he did 7 years ago it’s son important but their society it’s very different .

[@rakiabey553]

@@na_maru8504 it seems like even the korean fans are supportive the whole fandom is international or not. I hope he came second back but this never happened before so I am not super optimistic

[@eshbena]

He better come back, or we gonna riot.

[@8Makes1]

We'll get him back. With how loud Monbebe have been the past 8 days and onward, they have no choice. Not to mention, I HIGHLY doubt Wonho actually wanted to leave.

[@emmawilliams8878]

I'll bring the pitch forks😂😂

[@ilovehyunjin]

RAID THE STARSHIP BUILDING

[@saniyp9942]

He better come back or we gonna buy starship!

[@RedChalkTeeth]

Yes 👏 we 👏 are👏 im gonna get mad and hurt somebody

[@hayleyoliver93]

Omg I hope so. He served his punishment and did not deserve to be permanently removed from the group. I hope that girl that 'exposed' him actually gets karma because whether she is telling the truth or lying, she has ruined multiple peoples lives when they have done something that I think should be forgiven.

[@alexisshefelbine2165]

Hayley Dawson shes already been exposed. Not saying her name because she doesn’t deserve to be known. She is a lowlife who always hurts idols

[@duskripper6650]

Oh yeah she needs a swift kick up the ass. Seems like she's just salty because she didn't get to debut so now she's trying to take down others who did 🙄

[@hayleyoliver93]

@@alexisshefelbine2165 yeah but she has been exposed for 2 years and just seems to be living her best life according to Instagram 😥

[@alexisshefelbine2165]

Hayley Dawson yup. But some ppl don’t know who she is. And I don’t want her name to be out there. She’s done this to MULTIPLE idols.

[@LostChikka]

Most MBB have decided not to mention it's name because where that name is mentioned controversy follows.

[@haasher10]

Monsta X DOMINATED the bad boy/dark concept and it did it as 7 members!! It will forever have 7 members!!

[@lianate2454]

exactly,thank you

[@karinampohlmann]

this whole "scandal" makes me so angry and frustrated!! why on earth should stuff wonho did or did not do in his past influence his work? those two things have nothing to do with one another!! I hope monsta x and starship stand up against those haters by bringing him back!! do not let them win by backing down and react as they wanted you to!! this gives them only more power!!

[@janeturner2339]

Kiwi Cave : I don’t understand what has happened and why this girl , who is a convicted felon , should be able to tear Monsta X part. Shownu looks like he has lost 15 pounds and the rest of the boys look so sad. Heartbreaking 💔 Attention seeking on her part....she is like a toddler. And I read that her father is wealthy and powerful and got her out of jail. This girl and her family should be sued by Starship. I hope Monbebes stay strong and fight for Wonho’s return. Sending lots of love from Canada.✌️🍁🇨🇦

[@megzlibrary]

In Korea, image is a big deal. Starship and Wonho did not want this situation to hinder the group. Even if something happened a long time ago they still find the image of an idol to be of great importance. Even if the fans say they’re okie with his past or that what happened in the pas doesn’t matter, is the agency’s call. From what I’ve gathered Wonho left on his own accord, but again because he didn’t want Monsta X’s image to be bad.

[@MhzToinette]

@@megzlibrary The way idols in Korea are treated is an issue itself. They expect them to be perfect, there is no such thing as perfect especially in humans. They need to understand that idols are human, humans make mistakes. They passed judgment on Wonho because of a few statements by two girls, without any proof. One of the girls is a criminal and known for doing & saying things to end or attempt to end idol's careers. They don't wait to get the full story, they hold things against the idols that happened years ago, mostly in the idols youth before they became idols.They don't care how much a person has grown or changed since the incidents supposedly happened. They just quickly go for the throat. I understand holding idols to a higher standard but they go too far. They expect these idols to live a perfect innocent chaste life. If you look at the original idols, the deities everyone worshipped in the past, they were far from perfect and they were powerful immortals. So how does anyone expect mere humans to live up to their perfect expectations. Wonho deserves better, B.I. deserved better and that kid from Produce 101 deserved better.

[@megzlibrary]

JKs Toinae I completely agree with you. The mind set in Korea is so backwards and they need to see that idols are not products that they can just mold into whatever they want. I hope that this resistance from everyone can show them that but sadly I feel like the KPop industry will always think that way.

[@roefane2258]

Megan Gomez image is a big deal in America too, but in this situation the stress on having a good image has changed the path of careers. It’s crazy that things that happened a decade ago can’t be forgiven, or looked at as mistakes a dumb kid made.

[@renflower1910]

I hope Wonho does comeback. 2019 has been a roller coaster of good, crazy, and bad. It's been horrible. I'm proud of Monbebes for trying everything they can to get Wonho back. I don't think I have seen a fandom going as far as this fandom trying to get someone back.

[@alexxander966]

Returning of G Dragon I agree, I haven’t seen a korean fandom fight for a member like this before, it’s really very touching

[@wonhoscake1214]

Han seo hee thought we wouldn’t come for her. She thought wrong

[@renflower1910]

@@alexxander966 And it's not just Koreans but also international fans. It makes me happy knowing that. They are truly kind.

[@renflower1910]

@@wonhoscake1214 I can't stand her. I can't understand why people love getting attention even for the wrong reasons.

[@wonhoscake1214]

Returning of G Dragon I think it’s because she’s insecure or something. She wants to be in the center of attention to feel good probably

[@EvieStevie-Ahgase]

I hope wonho does comeback but imagine how scary it must be for him if he does return. A person accused him of things that may make others view him differently. Imagine the fear he would feel and how hard he would push himself to be perfect and to avoid saying or doing anything that will make someone accuse him of something. I want him to return but I want his mental health to get stable first and so he won't be afraid to face the public.

[@LostChikka]

I hope this is why starship and Wonho have remained quiet. If they do bring him back, they want all the facts first to ensure that this will not happen again and provide as much protection by facts as possible.

[@fasstuff]

He needs support by everyone around him including his lovely fans MBB if someday he return.

[@Ms.Simp12]

You’re right he should rest and then he can come back or he will think to come back because MONSTA X NEED HIM AND MONBEBE TOO!❤️❤️❤️

[@Strul83]

Alot of 💖💕 to him from Sweden. 😊

[@leejooheon4]

Eve S. Her bitch ass name is Han Seo-hee and she’s going to jail I hope

[@luna1023]

the girl that “exposed” wonho has also spread rumors and gotten idols kicked out of their groups many times before. she was supposed to even go to jail but her family paid her off. wonho is innocent and deserves to be in monsta x. no one can change my mind

[@shortieoreo6243]

amen to that. Cheers. 🍹

[@remaninyourarea2882]

Who is that girl tell me her name and insta

[@zeddy2284]

Wtf sts

[@mustaqee1]

@@remaninyourarea2882 han seo hee

[@khaleesid6567]

Its not hanseo hee who exposed wh. Its a reality tv star/actress jung da un something, not sure

[@AD-ov5rt]

"Starship only had soloists." *weeps in Boyfriend*

[@Bama6774]

Legit, same. Like... are we just going to sweep them under a rug? WTF.

[@HeatherCutright]

Ikr 😭😭😭

[@monxampion6930]

omgg true i didnt remember either im sorryy

[@StreetNoise]

Yeah, I was pretty shocked when he left out Boyfriend in the beginning.

[@bueaty3656]

Legit my brain was like it’s fine. Just forget them. I love monstaX but I like BF more and it still hurts and annoys me how starship threw them away and everyone has forgotten they existed. I hope starship do better with monstaX but with the whole Wonho issue right now I’m just like starship you’re screwing up again.

[@annieee0907]

I was literally in shock when I heard the news of Wonho leaving just a few days after Woojin. I can't wait for 2019 to end.

[@raawilk7337]

same here , bro

[@jek8aa]

I am what I.M me too , lets get through this together 😔🖤

[@hobiwater9523]

im honestly scared to see 2020... i froze in shock when i found out wonho left and stopped breathing for 10 seconds.

[@kaytlynredmon260]

At first i thought it was dream but it wasn't 😭

[@patricebrown9917]

@@hobiwater9523 we are in 2020 now and I wish wonho and monsta x the best of luck and wonho we do miss you. Thank you monsta x for keeping wonho's voice on the middle of the night song and its great. So monsta x fans lets keep figthing and praying for the guys.

[@serena16dr]

Don't you all think that it's weird how these things all happen just when they have a comeback? Why didn't this happen back when they first became Idols?

[@Sbambi]

Michelle Rueca it’s obviously orchestrated. Only a hand full of people are questioning the timing yet are easy to drag them about the stuff that happened months and years ago. It’s so frustrating ..

[@serena16dr]

@@Sbambi I think so too. They are not that big in Korea as they are over seas. If this is a stunt to get more sales then boo on Starship. I am also thinking maybe Wonho wanted out? Then the next question is why let the company and fans invest time and money on him? Honestly I want him back in the group. I don't think this will tarnish him, group or company. If it's true then pay her back and everyone move on.

[@Sbambi]

Michelle Rueca I don’t think it’s planned on starships side. I think some people wanted to harm Monsta X since they’re getting more and more attention and this whole chain of scandals was timed to be published directly at their comeback. I don’t think that starship would go to such an extend just to get recognition and for Wonho to leave the group. Since it’s a very negative recognition. But I do think that they handling the situation behind the scenes because of legal reasons .. I still have a small hope that he returns when they can prove his innocence and the whole scandal cooled down .. His name is still on their website and he is still on the fancafe .. maybe they didn’t give up on him? We can just wait and hope for the best

[@Sbambi]

Michelle Rueca and like you said .. they have a big international fandom and most of them are on Wonho’s side and are even fighting for him to come back .. so business wise it would be really risky to piss a such a huge part off right? But I could be wrong .. I have no clue about company strategies and stuff .. it was just something that came to my mind

[@n_1913]

@@Sbambi it was obviously planned there is a picture of that person in the dispatch office, and if you look behind them there was board with wonho+ shownu pictures plus one more member the picture was censored tho also suff were written on the board as well, I think wonho left because he knew they will target another member as well,

[@EJ-xf9lk]

I hate the ending of 2019. This year is the worst for KPOP fans. Edit: I know that 2014 has been a bad year for KPOP too.

[@anni9397]

nooo CL left YG that is an amazing thing in 2019

[@EJ-xf9lk]

Anni true

[@stayfullsun5947]

Anni thats the only good thing that has happened all year tho. This year is just the effing worst...

[@killakamikaze88]

It’s like 9 is a bad number for kpop. 2009 was terrible too, I remember. 2019 is worse though.

[@KimCher007]

2014 was

[@liliofthevilley]

i like how any american artist could get away with what they’re doing at present meanwhile wonho is here , being a better person then everyone be attacking him for something he did 8-10 years ago

[@SraTacoMal]

"Mom, why are you crying!?" [Breaks down crying immediately] Okay, that is hilarious and adorable and organic as hell.

[@Nislsl]

I’m not even a monbebe but I hope he return to the group. It’s not the same without him. Other group with heavier scandal are still active in the group but why not Wonho?

[@polishslav5608]

for example Taeyong ;)

[@MariahBunni]

100% agree. For example, G-Dragon has had many scandals yet he is still apart of Big Bang and is loved by Koreans.

[@MariahBunni]

Eun Woo They’re both global stars 😘

[@MM-he3fp]

@Eun Woo because he is a human just like you and me what do you think he is a animal or a devil 🙂

[@mehnaz.zzz14]

@@mayshusakuhanamurasufferli5438 don't look down on people

[@trogdorthe8th]

I think the biggest issue is the lack of knowledge to the public. We know he's "gone" per se, but there has yet to be any substantial evidence provided by either party to the public that can either convict or acquit him. I definitely believe there has to be some truth to the rumors, or Starship wouldn't have been so willing to let him go. Furthermore, Jung Da Eun and Han Seo Hee really haven't dropped any more receipts on him, and I would think they would be willing to do so considering how hard they went in on him. So that begs the question: have they settled, and if not why are they now not laying into him more (besides the obvious little quips they make on their social media)? We know that in the drug situation if there was progress, the police would definitely be making a statement to the public, but we haven't heard anything from them either. Add to that the fact that Dispatch has dirt on EVERYONE, and clearly had some sort of map of info about Wonho through Jung Da Eun, but they have also been surprisingly silent on the issue. People also bring up the legitimate point that he's not been removed from their fancafe or from the site (which would be separate from the deals with companies in the West), and with no official statement up other than that alleged quote from a representative, it makes people think he's still with the company. So, perhaps they made a premature statement before realizing that dropping literally their MOST marketable member was not going to be so simple. They obviously are all loved and all do well, but it was clear that Wonho was the one helping to bring in the bacon, at least from the standpoint of international fans as I cannot speak for the Korean ones. In past situations, whether it was through scandal or purely by their personal choice, there were VERY specific moves made when idols terminated a contract. Removing their images, an official statement posted everywhere, removal of merch, and in some cases even an official statement from the idol themselves saying they are leaving the entertainment industry. One would think, given what Wonho implies in his letter, that he would have made such a statement, followed by a public announcement of working to right the wrongs he's done (if in fact he is guilty of all those crimes). But none of that has happened, which is SO DIFFERENT in this industry and in this type of situation. Something else is going on here, and people honestly deserve some more concrete answers than what they've been given, good or bad.

[@1886ist]

trogdorthe8th thank you for this. This is truly one of the most cogent and objective summary of this mind boggling situation. Well considered, balanced and thoughtful

[@aishwaryabhat171]

I agree and I think the reason that starship has NOT denied the termination statements posted by never and allkpop etc is because they probably want the situation to calm down more and let monsta x finish their promotions before releasing any further statements about this matter because at this point anything starship says is gonna effect one side or the other. If they release an official statement saying he is STILL IN STARSHIP then the some of the public might be pissed or HSH followers might be pissed coz they are so into the "Cancel culture" that they ignore what is right and wrong. And if they release a statement that HE HAS LEFT STARSHIP the fans are gonna be mad and hence it will affect the monsta x promotions so.........

[@aishwaryabhat171]

I also think they're waiting because they want all the rumours to be clarified and to be proved wrong so that wonho can come back with a clean image and conscience. Because with everything going on, even if it is false he wont be able to come on stage because some people view him differently so hes gonna feel mental pressure.

[@aishwaryabhat171]

@anton 1344 we all hope he is ok but us keeping quiet might make him think that fans are unbothered by him leaving which is not true so I dont think it's a bad thing that we monbebe are trending hashyags coz it just shows our love and support towards him

[@aishwaryabhat171]

@anton 1344 I'm so glad us monbebes are so peaceful. If this was somewhere else, I would be chopped up for disagreeing😂

[@imcrazyforcandy]

the whole debt thing was confirmed to be false but there were more allegations(with no proof and a lot of fallacies) that cause him to leave the group to protect monsta x's name, which failed bc then they started targeting shownu. it sucks so much bc wh is not the same person as he was when he was a teenager and i rlly hope starship knows that and is truly fighting for him behind closed doors. )):

[@8Makes1]

We've (Monbebe) have been speculating that if it wasn't for the fact that Starship is suing whats her face, she would've gone after the other five members.

[@imcrazyforcandy]

@@8Makes1 right, but we also have to make sure not to engage(!!) in anything bc she also has a lawyer and if mbb continue to engage in her shit we can fuck everything up for ss

[@zi6803]

where was it confirmed? I saw that girl that started it with the instagram pictures removed them, but I've never heard/saw that it was false.

[@imcrazyforcandy]

@@zi6803 when it first came out starship did comfirmed it wasnt true, if i can find the article ill link it here

[@8Makes1]

@@imcrazyforcandy Yep. And the last thing we and they need is to set them back and screw things up for them.

[@Melissa-mj9sf]

Wonho will comeback Monbebe strongly believe in it ❤

[@yananismyboy6263]

im 100% sure he will. Not too sure if with the group or as a soloist, but he will not leave monbebe just like that.

[@aliciagee735]

I've posted on several "Save Wonho" videos, but I'll say again here that removing Wonho was a garbage move. Starship knew that Wonho had a past when he was a trainee. He also busted his ass, worked sick, injured, and exhausted to prove he was worth the love and respect that Monbebes and the world have given him. Hell, I'll say this: not ONE member of this group was "given" anything, they all work (and continue to work) harder than humanly possible to make us proud of them. I cry seeing videos w/ and w/o Wonho because of all this. I'll never STOP supporting him or Monsta X, but I rank Starship now with JYP as garbage companies. Starship, you make your money off the blood, sweat and tears of Monsta X and others, YOU owe THEM support, not the other way around. Bring Wonho back into the fold, even if you have to negotiate a new contract with him, and prosecute that lying scum like you said you would. The world is watching. Do you really want the world to see Korean pop companies and other businesses as evil, manipulative, slavery-like, cold-blooded and heartless? Even other idols are posing their support for Wonho, you above all, should crawl across broken glass and beg him back.

[@doxsunii9891]

this video made me realize just how long ive been a monbebe like shit its been like 3 years

[@soha7617]

Nathan: starship consisted of sistar, soloists, and rappers Boyfriend: am I a joke to you

[@asmaeboulaid7023]

Wsjn too

[@sooyoungfanclub]

+ASMAE BOULAID “consisted”, wjsn hadn’t debuted yet

[@mimikadouwu]

@@sooyoungfanclub ???

[@athirstysapphic7775]

OMY GOD I ENTIRELY FORGOT ABOUT THEM

[@thegloriousmorious9755]

Mimö consisted means made up and she pointed out that WJSN haven’t debuted yet at that time 😂

[@alantes]

3 years later, we are stronger than ever. Though we still want Wonho back.

[@katrose3836]

Everyday I wake up, the first thing I do is check if Wonho is back. I've been watching some of the videos I took when I saw them in ATL this past July. They were the first kpop group I ever saw live. It meant the world to me that my first kpop concert was my ultimate favorite group. I miss Wonho and OT7. 😭❤

[@8Makes1]

I went to their LA concert this past August and they became my ult group after that. They were my very first kpop concert and I am SO glad they were.

[@katieperez3858]

That's what I do. I check everyday to see if Wonho is back or some news about him. I even watch there old shows and it makes me sad. Monsta X is 7 not 6. I miss him and ot7. I know monbebes won't stop till we get him back. Stay strong monbebes we will get our Wonho back!

[@victorlarryesmenda2805]

@@katieperez3858 he's not coming back

[@shaybear1278]

I really hope they bring Wonho back. Because letting him go would be a big mistake, and Monsta X will suffer more without him than with him.

[@ciderxera4963]

Wonho WILL be back. We won't let that Susan screw him over like that

[@8Makes1]

Don't use "Susan" anymore. She knows that name and she's started gathering screenshots from people "harassing" her. People have been throwing around new name ideas, like Goblin. XD And yes, our bunny boy WILL come home.

[@ciderxera4963]

@@8Makes1 Can I go with Karen then? Lol

[@8Makes1]

@@ciderxera4963 do iiiiit!!! LOL. I just wanted to make sure you weren't dragged into this mess too.

[@HyLo-rule]

@@8Makes1 this is KZbin not Instagram

[@8Makes1]

@@HyLo-rule So? Better safe than sorry.

[@alexxander966]

I was watching The Show live when Monsta X got their first win, and it almost made me cry, Minhyuk’s reaction was too sweet

[@ericaleslie257]

What date and what year??!!... ...And... Is the full episode on yt??!!... If NOT on yt... Where??!!... Thanks!!💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@alexxander966]

Erica Leslie - they won on November 14th, 2017 (: The Show doesn’t really upload full episodes, but this was the performance Monsta X won with kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoGxamSFgL1girs And here’s a video of them winning live kzbin.info/www/bejne/e37TZp2Ehqeoftk Bonus video: after The Show ended, Wonho couldn’t even stop crying long enough to take a picture with the trophy, he was so happy ;~; he’s a baby kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmK8h4mrbpppd7s

[@variant_hero]

In 2020, monsta x recovered and released 2 albums that gave them so much success. Finally won a daesung for ‘fatal love’. Unfortunately, wonho was not able to join the group again. Everything came back as wonho being innocent, it was wonho who decided to terminate his contract. He didn’t want monsta x’s image to tainted with everything that happened. In 2020, wonho debuted as a solo artist. Monsta x and wonho are successful today, even tho they parted their ways.

[@iam_asima]

Worst Kpop years: 1. 2014 2. 2019 3. 2017

[@nol5152]

2017?

[@ayse01]

sensei we lost an angel

[@nol5152]

@@ayse01 yup I remembered

[@aw7519]

@@ayse01 we almost lost two people that year. It was so sad!! I haven't listened to that group in years

[@schadenfreudealltheway8158]

What happened in 2014?

[@wootopia97]

Nathan- A good song to listen to at the gym. Me- what's a gym?

[@princessazulaofthefirenati5870]

60th like

[@waterwitch8902]

So it's now September 2020, and the answer the question can Wonho comeback? Definently yes, hes back as a solo artist and it's amazing. WENEES stood by him and now we have him back.

[@thirstaefortae5057]

The news that Wonho left the group absolutely shattered me. More than I thought it would and it made me realise how much of a Monbebe I was. We all absolutely adore Wonho and fans who have followed the group for a while know that he had a troubled past. It made us root for us more because he was determined to overcome them to become a better person. It’s ridiculous how just on baseless rumours, someone’s hard earned career is left hanging by a thread. I’m glad that so many people have been rallying their support for Wonho, Shownu and the others. They really need all this positive energy and love. The fact that fans raised $20 K in an hour was incredible. I want to also add, that I saw an article where fans were called “obsessed” for doing so. They totally don’t get the point why fans were doing this. We’re sick and tired of entertainment companies treating their artists as commodities and milk cows, and discarded after the slightest sign of being human. All K Pop artists deserve better. Sorry for the long winded rant, but I just needed to get this off my chest. I’m still upset and angry on their behalf. Keep on showing your love and support for Monsta X, Monbebe! 💕

[@Lunar.Kaiii3933]

I hope Wonho comes back, and Starship already confirmed that he did not owe money to that girl and her girlfriend. He left "apparently" because the girl Hahn was bringing up his past were he apparently spent time in Juvenile hall, which he admitted to changing his life and going in the right path and that's the point of juvenile hall is to pay for mistakes made and reform. He's a sensitive guy so hopefully he can and will come back.

[@rosyskysky345]

Over a year later, I’m just glad to have WONHO back in his own way.... ot7 forever. Regardless of anything. I look forward to see what both MONSTA X and WONHO have in store for us ❤️🖤❤️

[@monbebex]

i couldn't watch this then because i just couldn't..but after watching this now, i'd like to say thank you for backtracking their journey with facts and kind words ♡ ㅠㅠ also thank you for not being judgmental and malicious as you spoke of their issues then..

[@keygiovanni]

He returned stronger than ever 🎉

[@esterkauffman733]

I just want him back, I don't care about his mistakes, he's human like us..I miss him so much..

[@xXStephanieReginaXx]

(posting here cause I don’t know where else too cause I don’t usually comment, sorry it’s long) An open letter to Starship Entertainment: Watching the circumstances surrounding Wonho these past few weeks has been deplorable, irreprehensible and heart breaking. Kpop and Monsta X are two new things that have recently come into my life. My interest only started in January of this year (2019) and I’ve been following Monsta X seriously for less than six months. However, even in this short amount of time I have witnessed a dichotomy that continues to baffle me. From the time I was 11 yrs old (26now) I reveled in the rock and metal scene, a scene which is not without its own sins. But Kpop. Kpop where young, impressionable youth are taken and model as much as a human can be into a machine to produce a very specific fantasy surrounding music. A concept that is perpetuated by entertainment companies: your entertainment company. Wonho is an individual that from a very young age has sacrificed every opportunity a normal developing teenager should have. He did so in the hope that he could debut as an idol. He worked under extraordinary amounts of pressure to meet the demands of an industry that is never satisfied. It is during these beginnings years he meant a woman that offered him a place to live, offered to cover expanses under her own volition with no threat or coercion made on Wonho’s part. It is the worst kept secret that trainees make little to money, and what is made is once again taken by their company. Despite all this it has been indicated that Wonho worked to pay this woman back. The text messages that she, herself, provided do not actually incriminate Wonho. Those text messages show that a legal representative had already become involved (which is the correct thing to do) indicating that the sum had already been paid and this woman indicate in her own texts that she was not being cooperative. If her only aim was to get her money back why wait eight years? Why wait the exact week of a Monsta X comeback? Why not cooperate with the lawyer? Because this is what she does. She is a clout seeker with a track record to prove it. Wonho would be about the fourth or fifth male celebrity that she has done this to, most notably her attack on T.O.P. which led him to experiencing suicidal ideation. None of the accusations against Wonho where founded before Starship entertainment failed to protect their musician and essentially just kicked him to the curb. Years of hard work and sacrifice down the drain for what? Nothing. False accusations from a social parasite for her few seconds of fame. And how do you think that reflects on you, Starship Entertainment? It is not Wonho’s alleged scandals that everyone is talking about right now, it’s you. It’s about how Starship Entertainment has such little disregard for the people they are supposed to be taking care of that is the true scandal. Don’t you know how this is going to reflect on you from now on Starship? There’s Starship entertainment, did you hear what they did to Wonho? Starship entertainment doesn’t protect it’s idols. Starship entertainment abandons it’s idols. You don’t want to work for Starship Entertainment you can never be sure they’ll have your back. Starship Entertainment look around you. People have rallied around Wonho and are demanding his return. The longer he is gone is not something that will ever reflect on him but will forever reflect on you as a company. In less than 48 hours Monbebes raised $20,000 for a billboard in Times Square to show their support. And in less than two weeks amassed almost 500,000 signatures on a petition demanding his return. Monbebes have held multiple fan meetings all around the world in protest. And those are just the highlights. That is not also to mention the probably millions of online messages at this point in support of Wonho, Monsta X and demanding that Wonho be brought back. And here’s the thing Starship Entertainment, after all of this, after everything has been said and done what if the accusations against Wonho are true? To which I say: I don’t care. We don’t care. Monbebe does not care. I don’t care if Wonho owes someone money. I am over $60,000 in debt from student loans, who am I to judge? Who is anyone to judge? The average person in the entire world owes some entity some amount of money. Whether it be credit card debt, borrowing from family, student loans, having a mortgage on your house is debt. So let those without sin cast the first stone. Because if anyone has ever owed any amount of money regardless of current debt/debt free status they cannot judge. If it turns out that Wonho has smoked marijuana, again I say: I don’t care. This man has showed up time and time again to every performance, every practice, every fan meet and has done his job. Wonho stands out even among Kpop idols in the amount and manner in which he interacts with his fans. When you kicked Wonho out of Monsta X you severed a lifeline to the fans. And maybe I am being to much of a foreigner in my viewpoint, after all debt is common in my country and my country is currently has people trying to make marijuana legal. But if my viewpoint is to foreign I say this to you Starship Entertainment: You asked for it. In your ambition to gain more revenue you promoted Monsta X in multiple foreign markets, to the extent that you now have them signed with an American record label. If you want my money, then you had better be prepared to make concessions and take a different approach when issues arise than you normally would. You wanted to break into a foreign market, so you better be prepared for the backlash that is going to occur when we don’t agree with how you are treating your idols. I have only been a fan of Monsta X for a short time, but in that time I have witnessed caring for a group of fans that I have rarely seen in my years exploring music. Learning of Wonho’s departure was like a slap in the face. Kpop and Monsta X are an entity that I use as an escape from a high stress job. Monbebe will never stop fighting for Monsta X, if you do not fix this to their last day Monbebe will declare that Monsta X is seven. You still have time to remedy this, you need to remedy this. Sincerely, Stephanie Monsta X is seven.

[@jennysivad3337]

This. This here is pure dedication 👌🏼

[@drumdrum6891]

became a monbebe and weenee this month, still praying that we get an ot7 one day 😢🤚

[@analanzagonzalez4863]

SAME, i also became a fan a month ago and it hurts when i see old videos like i cant explain this feeling

[@mbbsforever1507]

As someone who became a monbebe just before wonho left I can say that this was the most disgusting thing I've seen happen to a kpop group. They destroyed monstax when they were starting to get popular because they saw them as a threat to other groups that name so won't say. After that the Fandom just left and they still have fans but not as much as before. Monstax was never served justice

[@Kalakeiko]

100% Agreed. I will never understand why everyone seems out to get Monsta X and feels the need to downplay their achievements and why they are so underrated when they deserve SO much more recognition, popularity and success and imo they are some of the most versatile and talented groups out there and absolute legends

[@worthrepeating44]

I am American and we are so use to controversy that what Wonho and Shownu have allegedly done does not matter in the least. STOP TRYING TO DESTROY THIS GROUP!!! They are fantastic! We love them so much. I understand that they come from a culture that is conservative but they are human and can make mistakes, so stop persecuting them. They are under extreme pressure all of the time. Come to America Monsta X and stay here, make this your home. We will not judge you, shame you, or make you feel unworthy as human beings. Your American Monbebes love you for who you are not for any indiscretions that you may, or may not, have done. Please bring our Wonho back and we love you Shownu, we love EVERY MEMBER OF MONSTA X! We will not give up on you! ❣💕💞💗💖💘💝

[@alyssabeth3994]

You played that concert video at the end and I CRIED INTO MY RAMEN I DIDNT APPRECIATE THAT PAIN

[@monstaxot7forever925]

So proud of MonstaX and Wonho for coming back strong. The music industry is a very competitive business and the accusations seems like a coordinated effort to ruin Monsta X success when they signed with Epic records in the US. The timing before their English album promotion is very suspicious. Hoping for OT7 reunion.

[@many9417]

Monsta x is doing really well today tho

[@kerronwalker1589]

Litterally in tears I sore them at the start of the year during there we are here tour in melbourne and they said they will all comeback on a tour all 7 and it makes me sad because I finally got to see a group that I throughly enjoy and to see such a thing take them down makes me so sad. Monsta x is such a good group and they continued the success that sistar paved for them 😭😭😭

[@me_uws]

Kerron Walker ooooo an Aussie monbebe!!! But also 😭😭😭 I refuse to believe that the members didn’t help to pay his debt.

[@ft.rennyy]

Man looking back, 2019 really sucked for kpop. Wanna One's disbandment, Hwall left The Boyz, Woojin left Stray Kids, and then Wonho leaving Monsta X. And that is just a little bit of the bad stuff

[@Btsophile7]

I also B.I leave IKON COVID also started 2019 really a crused year

[@bloomfire7150]

*”Aside from moving like my phone does on vibrate”*

[@wonhoisbackmx7553]

This "scandal" of him shouldn't be happening in the first place, it infuriates me...

[@LinasDanceHub]

What pissed me off most, was the way everything went down These women could have contacted him through his label if they didn't get a hold of him as they stated and solve it in a mature manner, I'm sure starship would have paid even more than the sum of the debt, Going public with it and bringing up so much stuff and making media their play field was incredibly shady and immature, and all of this happening only 2 days after the comeback and then coming for Shownu too, was more than obviously orcastrated

[@islanewman5783]

it's been two years since wonho left .... ............ i didn't cry during titanic i didn't cry when almost all of my favorite characters in books die. i didn't cry while watching Terminator 2. and here I am weeping over something that happened 2 years ago. What's wrong with me?

[@vallencia]

He should come back when he's ready. I really hope he will come back. What i'm really bothered of is why did he get accused when he's doing a comeback or when his group is gaining a lot more attention? Why did this person wait?? Wonho might think that we changed our view about him, but what I see, many of his fans are still supporting him and wanting him to come back. Hello Starship Ent.! Just know that if Wonho ever decides to come back, accept him because he deserves it. He apologized and even stated that he had grown out of his bad phase.

[@Sunset-um5vo]

Monsta X has seven letters. One for each member. Monsta X isn’t Monsta X if it has 6 members

[@me_uws]

Sunset 2971 without wonho it’s just Monsta. IT DOESNT MAKE SENSE 😭😭

[@nerauu]

Some people like wonho because of his muscles. :( But i like him because he's cute and hes amazingly good at what he does. I hope he really comes back. Like this if u want him to come back!!

[@헤베-o6o]

Hello, I'm Monbebe from Korea.Thank you for being so supportive. Wonho, please support him all the time. Please trust him and wait.

[@Ethan-eg9jd]

I love this series !💙

[@OnceUponAGrimm]

I'm not gonna lie. I cried during this video.

[@Nameless_mixes]

I feel like a lot of “scandals” I’ve noticed a lot of KPop idols getting into aren’t really that bad. You didn’t pay someone back? You’re seeing someone who’s already in a relationship? You made an assistant cry? There are many worse things. Are those things you should be proud of? Of course not. But still, I’d consider that behavior scummy at most. We have chart topping artists over here who’re r*pists, abusers, convicts, etc. and they get away with all sorts of things. I definitely think that everyone should be held to a high standard (and ben higher if you’re in a position of influence), but I don’t think Monsta X should have to lose members/disband over this. I hope that Wonho can rejoin the group in the near future and that they can get back on track to becoming internationally successful artists ❤️

[@markietuan9220]

While watching this i kept on thinking “Damn i shouldve stan Monsta X before”

[@BLACKDAWN333]

I believe that Starship should have stood behind Wonho. Everyone around the world has borrowed money from someone at a point and that shouldn't be held like so much of a scandal. It's ridiculous I think. He should have been able to stay with the group just like Shownu did. Eventho the group is still successful with there new songs after Wonho it still looks and feels like something is missing. I hope that Starship can pull him back in and all will be well again as well as the group being a whole. Big Hit Entertainment stood behind Suga so why couldn't Starship be the same with Wonho? He still could have his solo career and still be in the group. The fans, which I am included, would be so thrilled to have him back that it would be absolutely shocking results world-wide. Love you guys 💞😊

[@lynnbrowneyes]

My question, is " Why is his, or any Idol's Personal Life anyone's business, but their's? I mean i know they have variety show's, and award shows. But, Why are they doing Vlive ? Why are they in Dorm's instead of their own places? Why does the company have such strong rules, for them? Why is everything that happens to an Idol a Scandal? This is just my opinion, But, it seems to me that these companies, won't allow the groups to have a life outside of them. One thing for sure, is that we are all human, and mistakes are going to be made. And in order to grow, you have to learn from every mistake you make in life. I wish the best for all Idol's, And hope Wonho will be back.

[@jyothsnasriya6718]

I agree to their personal lives being theirs and I think that vlives are something artists do at their own interest . personally I think that the rules by companies and living in a dorm is to stop paparazzi (my opinion only)

[@leademi1387]

This “scandal” has made me angrier than Seungri. At least with Seungri even though it hurt there were subtle clues with his previous behavior and interviews with the other members having concerns for his new “friends”. But this came out of no where and is so stupid. I put this at a similar level to Park Bom’s- taken out of context and making both the individual and group suffer horribly.

[@bobatea4601]

Alea Lytle But Seungri has been proven innocent.

[@natisilva8989]

Monsta x is one of my Top 5 kpop groups, i really wish they continue to give Us good music and performance. 🇵🇹Love and success to them. 😍

[@musiicismylife4]

Well, there's actually more going on with the group than what you mentioned, there were other accusations against Wonho that were what made him leave, and Shownu had more info and pictures leaked than just the "affair" with this woman... Starship has been taking legal actions against everyone who spread this info, but we still don't know what will happen. It's so unfair how people won't forgive past mistakes and ask for idols to be always perfect, they refuse to acknowledge they're human too. I don't want to have many expectations on Wonho coming back, but apparently he's still in the company so it's a possibility.

[@ericaleslie257]

Check their official website... You will see 6... ...And... NOT 7!!💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@musiicismylife4]

@@ericaleslie257 I wrote this 5 days ago and back then he was still in the official website and fancafe. I know things have changed since then, but thanks for letting me know anyway

[@ericaleslie257]

@@musiicismylife4 ...You are most welcome and my pleasure... I noticed the *5 days*... Some people have very busy lives... ...And... Sometimes, they really do NOT have the time to check the current status or WHOEVER regarding WHATEVER!!💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@opheeliab_d9100]

Thank you for making this video ❤️❤️❤️ #MONSTAXOT7❤️❤️❤️ #FIGHTFORWONHO❤️❤️❤️

[@novemberrain2482]

I just came here to say " WONHO I BACK!!!"

[@mx-mbb]

I love your editing omg. it makes me chills.

[@barbid3253]

Here from the future to let you all know Wonho will debut solo. Please support him and keep supporting Monsta X.

[@robertthibault8037]

I have been commenting when I can at how this USA citizen has been affected. Sometime in August I happened to stumble upon Monsta X 's Hero. I instantly fell in love with the song and played Monsta X nonstop. I love this group so much so that when I heard about Wonho's troubles I was devastated. I can't believe that Starship didn't help instead of letting him leave the group if that's what happened. We can only hope us Bebe's support can get Wonho back where he belongs, with Monsta X. I'm happy they have new songs but it would much better all the songs being MV's and not just lyrics. Among others I Love Shoot Out and Alligator. Singing and dancing are excellent and Joohoen and IM's rapping can't be beat.

[@heystobit9194]

"all those things brought us to where we are now so they are special memories." -wonho it makes me feel empty that wonho said this, but his past had to come back and potentially ruin his life. however i'm glad he's back as a solo artist. hoping for better days :))

[@spencer5198]

you made me cry too many times sir

[@mult-tea6107]

Everyone is worried about Wonho and I am too but I’m most worried about Shownu. Imagine being lied on and then having pictures being spread around of you. He is so quiet and doesn’t express himself so I know he is dealing with it by himself. I hope is good and so is Wonho.

[@Kaythatskiiah]

It’s been known wonho had a tough past.. I wish all of this could have been avoided some how🥺

[@mitsuhaluv1277]

Grandmother : What do you want for Christmas? Me : I want Wonho back...😢 #WeLoveWonho

[@lullabe3e]

Monbebe you are not alone. A lot of other fandoms are here to support you. Carats will always help monbebes.

[@sarahmiracle3487]

and now he's proved INNOUNCENT omg!!! cannot believe it MBB

[@jeremiahm_8626]

Wonho came back as a solo artist! And he’s definitely killing it with that amazing physic of his 💪🏼👌🏼

[@SaschaZimmermann77]

Yes, he looks so sexy now and also his songs are great. He grew up and made his own way.

[@perplexeusbebex5484]

"Shownu's possible contract termination" that's just... No, I-- okay where is the knife and I need my neck

[@Emerglowing]

Thank you for covering this topic and helping get all the information in order for everyone. i cried while watching this video, I hope Monbebe will continue to support MonstaX and Wonho. 😢❤😢❤😢❤

[@Bai183]

Monsta x has the best rap line dont @ me

[@8Makes1]

I'm a multifan and honestly agreed

[@idleheart8600]

facts

[@clairechen9845]

Thank you for making this video. It’s making me emotional to see their journey and how far they have come.

[@nanaa3918]

BEST FANDOM EVER WHO AGREES? 👇🏼

[@princessazulaofthefirenati5870]

40th like and yes

[@nanaa3918]

@@princessazulaofthefirenati5870 💕💕💕

[@merihovhannisyan5826]

I am not even a Monbebe but the last clip almost made me cry. I wish the best to Monsta X , Wonho and Monbebes 💫

[@lavendar_hearts6212]

hey do you mind making a follow up video that has ALL the info regarding this situation..? because I feel like people seem to be getting the wrong idea about Wonho and his departure. it has been proven that he was innocent this whole time and actually he has returned as a solo artist and has a very strong fanbase!! as a monbebe and wenee I'm so happy for him 💖💖

[@cindyhuiqing8610]

The reason why we monbebes are so caring is because of the love that monsta x gave us 😭😭❤. They literally worked their ass off for many years to be with us! Fighting for justice rights for 1 month is nothing! Monbebes arent just fighting for wonho or monsta x . We are fighting for a change in the industry to appreciate idols for who they have become after all their hardships .💪

[@MissHibiskuss]

I don‘t care if an artist coming back after his depature never happened before. We can write history again. We need him back. We can‘t give up and we need to stay loud.

[@peachiie-lux]

Wonho leaving Monsta X was literally the last thing I thought would ever happen,, I still can't wrap my head around it..

[@juice_o_box1522]

the fact the "roommate" lied and made the whole thing up with Dispatch, like actual stalker like boards and everything after she got out of prison, the audacity hope he still gets a chance to be reinstated cause he deserves the 5 years of work he's not being credited for now and actual promotions in SK

[@theresalovesbroccoli8865]

I want to support the artist for their music and their hard work, in my opinion it's non of my business if someone lent money and didn't pay back or if someone dated a woman who was married, it's so frustrating that the puplic always makes such a big deal out of nothing. I just wish all the best for Monsta X and hopefully kpop idols will someday get less hate because of little mistakes in THEIR life. Stay strong Monbebe

[@PurpleCat95]

Update: Jung Daeun & Han Seo Hee are breakup.. so they just team up to destroyed Wonho's future?

[@ashleynicole4982]

thank you so much for this video. you didn’t just show the controversies and didn’t dwell on the present. you showed everyone who monsta x was from the beginning. i absolutely love that you showed their accomplishments and what being idols means to monsta x, especially wonho (you made me cry with that concert video). thank you as well for supporting our boys. ❤️

[@reniavyzani5373]

Monbebes even if it takes days, weeks, months or even years let's promise to make our wonho come back.

[@flatsharp4256]

They grow up beautifully. I am so proud of them. They will shine forever imo

[@msd_1730]

I serisouly appreciate ur research im happy that u made video on our boys And yeah wonho will definitely return back to mx

[@salmalotfy2736]

Even though this vid was done after very bad news and changes in monsta x, as a monbebe I feel somehow proud for them to have a vid on this series I think internetsnathan have amazing videos about kpop I enjoy them all the time so yeah😅 Thank u so much for your hard work 🥰

[@designermv]

*kpop exists * 2019 : nah fam

[@arminwellig4701]

Every time you edit it is sooooooooo cool

[@duskripper6650]

I really, really hope Wonho will come back. Only if he wants to, of course, but I really miss him :c And yes, no kpop artist has ever returned to their group after leaving due to a scandal (at least as far as I know), but no fandom has EVER protested as much and as diligently as the Monsta X fandom. I don't know what the future holds for them but I do know that their fans did everything they could, and that Monsta X has seen that. On top of that, I think this was a very targeted and deliberate attack. A slew of rumors/scandals came out in a matter of just a few days, it's too much to be a coincidence. Monsta X and Wonho don't deserve to be ruined over this.

[@ellyuploads]

ive been avoiding everything mx related bc whenever i see wonho in the thumbnail i feel like im about to cry 😂 im not a monbebe but i felt so sad when i first heard the news. i really hope they bring wonho back :((

[@aj.davis08]

If any member is missing it cant be Monsta x. I really hope Wonho comes back😔💔

[@outrageousrice8735]

3:05 my heart BROKE

[@lovelott21]

2019 came i finally became a fan of iKON, and then i discovered that B.I left the group- i felt empty since this was the group i really stanned so hard. And then when i moved on- i found MONSTA X, i was like : Omg this group is going to be the second group im going to stan so hard- THEN I DISOVERED WONHO LEFT- ASFHSKXIKA and whose fault is it? IT’s that freaking girl again. Wtf. She ruins other people’s lives and still live peacefully- arent other people suspicious about her? Why isnt she in jail yet? how come she strolls around korea knowing that she has so many knowledge about DrUgS.

[@x.Remington.x]

monsta x is my second ult groups and ive been with them for so long. wonho is my bias and has helped me through a lot (same with the rest of the members). monsta x has always been seven members. i hope that itll always be 7 members. im slowly losing hope that he'll come back but i want to hope that he will come back. he doesn't deserve whats happening to him right now. he has to come back. he just has to.