The popular band Jannabi is in hot water following their collaboration with former member Yoo Young Hyun, who exited the group in 2019 amid a school bullying scandal. Furious fans have voiced their outrage over the group's reluctance to acknowledge Yoo's ongoing involvement until public pressure mounted.

Fans were shocked when they discovered that Yoo had been working as a sound engineer for the band for the past five years. This revelation sparked a wave of indignation online, as many expressed their discontent through critical social media posts. Initially, Jannabi chose to remain silent, igniting even more fury among their fanbase.

After significant backlash, Jannabi finally released a statement attempting to clarify the situation. They explained, "Yoo Young Hyun has been with us as a sound engineer for live performances and rehearsals. We did not hide this matter intentionally, but we decided to withhold comments due to ongoing related issues concerning Yoo’s past. We intended to address this when the time was right." The band also issued a warning of potential legal action against those spreading misinformation.

Despite this attempt at transparency, fans rejected the initial apology and demanded more accountability. In response, the band's management, Peponi Music, released a second apology: "We will no longer involve Yoo Young Hyun as an audio assistant. We deeply regret our poor judgment and inadequate response, which have disappointed many fans." The band’s leader, Choi Jung Hoon, also expressed regret, stating, "I apologize for improperly bringing him into the team."

However, controversy continued with reports that Jannabi began removing critical comments from their official fan page, further fueling the fire of discontent among their supporters. This move was seen as an attempt to silence fans rather than address their concerns.

Yoo Young Hyun’s past is far from forgotten; back in 2019, he admitted to his role in school bullying, which led to his departure from the band. At the time, Jannabi stated he was taking responsibility for his actions and reflecting upon them. However, the revelation of his behind-the-scenes work has many questioning the sincerity of these claims, leaving fans feeling betrayed.

With mounting criticism pouring in, Jannabi now faces a challenging road ahead as they attempt to rebuild trust with their fanbase. The situation serves as a stark reminder of how past actions can linger and impact the present. Will Jannabi be able to recover from this scandal, or have they irreparably damaged their relationship with loyal supporters? Only time will tell.