G-Dragon Associated With Controversial Return of Actor Involved in Drug Scandal, Faces Harsh Criticism
Yoo Ah In splits with UAA, eyes move to G-Dragon’s Galaxy Corporation amid scandal backlash
Controversial actor Yoo Ah In has officially ended his contract with United Artist Agency (UAA). Now, he’s reportedly in talks to sign with Galaxy Corporation, home to G-Dragon, SHINee’s Taemin, and more.
An industry source told JTBC Entertainment News the two sides are discussing an exclusive contract.
JTBC source:
“Yoo Ah In’s exclusive contract with UAA has ended. While they are no longer professionally connected, they remain close on a personal level and maintain a strong relationship. He is considering joining Galaxy Corporation, and the two sides are currently discussing an exclusive contract.”
The news has sparked fresh controversy because Yoo Ah In suspended activities after a 2023 drug scandal. The Supreme Court later gave him a one-year prison sentence, suspended for two years, putting him on probation.
Reports from December mentioned Yoo Ah In planning a comeback through Vampire, a new film by director Jang Jae Hyun (known for Exhuma).
The Galaxy Corporation roster includes G-Dragon, Taemin, Kim Jong Kook, and actor Song Kang Ho.
Korean netizens quickly took to forums with heavy backlash at the rumored move:
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- “What a lineup.”
- “I guess you need to be that shameless to be a celebrity. Incredible.”
- “Birds of a feather flock together. It’s all the drug users sticking together.”
- “That lineup though.”
- “They definitely fit the same mold. lol”
- “They suit each other well.”
- “A comeback? Are they insane? He should be getting treatment instead. I don’t want to see him.”
- “Absolutely disgusting.”
With this move, Yoo Ah In would join one of K-pop’s most influential companies, but public opinion remains sharply divided.
