Osaka Ohgang Faces Internal Strife: Leader Ibuki and Members Clash, Manager's Statement Vanishes Amidst Controversy

Mnet's 'Street Woman Fighter 3' (SWF3) winning crew, Osaka Ohgang, is embroiled in internal conflict. A deep rift has formed between leader Ibuki and the six other members, further complicated by the manager's now-deleted statement, fueling speculation.

The manager of Osaka Ohgang initially addressed the situation on the team's official social media, stating, "I want the current situation resolved as soon as possible more than anyone, but issues of corruption and unfair practices cannot be overlooked." They added, "We cannot stand by and watch the achievements and path we've built together be destroyed by baseless words and misinformation."

The manager vehemently denied allegations such as not relaying schedules to members for the tour, hiding prize money and appearance fees, and obstructing the group's activities, asserting, "The truth is the opposite." Particularly defending leader Ibuki, the manager stated, "Ibuki is the one who has done her utmost for Ohgang from the beginning until now. She has always prioritized the team's interests, and the malicious claims against her are all untrue."

However, during the 'SWF3' nationwide tour 'The Real Stage' held on July 6-7, only six members of Osaka Ohgang, excluding Ibuki, took the stage. The members tearfully apologized to fans, and the production company, Root59, announced that Ibuki had revoked her agreement and informed them of her non-participation. Ibuki later claimed on her personal SNS that she was forced into unilateral contracts without artistic say, alleging exploitation by the production company. The production company, in turn, countered that Ohgang's manager blocked the appearance fee contract, demanding conditions not shared with the members, leading to failed negotiations.

Subsequently, the six members (Rua, Hana, Kyoka, Junna, Minami, Uwa) exposed numerous issues through the official account, including unpaid appearance fees, unclear financial dealings, and a lack of communication regarding job offers. They claimed that while Ibuki apologized to the six members and pledged to dismiss the manager, this promise was not kept.

The manager's statement was quickly deleted, and the members claimed their access to the official account was blocked, intensifying suspicions that the manager intentionally removed the post. Amidst this, rumors about a personal relationship between Ibuki and the manager, and demands for side contracts to embezzle prize money, are circulating online but remain unconfirmed. The manager's rebuttal statement is also currently deleted, indicating the conflict surrounding Osaka Ohgang is far from over.

Osaka Ohgang rose to fame after winning Mnet's 'Street Woman Fighter 3' with their powerful performances. Composed of dancers from Osaka, Japan, the crew captivated audiences with their unique stage presence and strong chemistry. The current controversy poses a significant challenge to their group activities.