Ok Joo-hyun Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Illegal Management Company Operations

Ok Joo-hyun, former member of the iconic girl group Fin.K.L and a celebrated musical actress, is currently embroiled in a controversy regarding the alleged illegal operation of her entertainment agency. Reports surfaced on the 10th indicating that her current agency, TOI Entertainment, is not registered as required for a performing arts management business.

Under current South Korean law, operating without such registration is considered illegal and can lead to criminal charges, including imprisonment of up to two years or fines of up to 20 million KRW. The previous one-person agency she established, Title Role, where musical actress Lee Ji-hye (who was previously involved in the 'Ok Jjangpan controversy' with Ok) served as auditor, reportedly operated under similar unregistered circumstances.

In response, the agency acknowledged a lapse in oversight due to a change in personnel and stated they are investigating how the necessary procedures were omitted, suggesting a potential oversight by a former associate handling matters for the artist. Ok Joo-hyun has reportedly managed both her 2022-established agency Title Role and TOI Entertainment without proper registration.

Ok Joo-hyun debuted in 1998 as a member of the popular girl group Fin.K.L, quickly establishing herself as a prominent vocalist. She later transitioned to a successful career in musical theater, earning critical acclaim for her powerful performances. Her vocal prowess and acting skills have made her a highly sought-after performer in the musical industry.