"Not to be Ignored": Han Ji-sang and Nam Gyeongju Amidst Successive Sexual Scandals Rock the Musical World [Star Issue]

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Sexual scandal allegations involving musical actors Nam Gyeongju and Han Ji-sang have sent shockwaves through the musical theater community.

According to a report by MBN on the 11th, the Seoul Bangbae Police Station transferred Nam Gyeongju to the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office without detention last month on charges of sexual intercourse by abuse of power.

Nam Gyeongju is accused of sexually assaulting a woman identified as A last year. It is reported that A left the scene and called 112 to report the incident. Nam Gyeongju denied the allegations during police questioning. However, the police determined that the charges were credible and transferred the case to the Prosecution Service.

As a result of the fallout, Nam Gyeongju was relieved of his position as an associate professor in the Department of Performing Arts at Hongik University. A Hongik University official told StarNews on the 12th, "Two personnel committee meetings have been held, and his position has currently been revoked. The related matter is still ongoing."

In this regard, Nam Gyeongju has not issued any statement and has closed his social media accounts.

Nam Gyeongju is a first-generation musical actor who worked alongside Choi Jung-won, Park Kal-lim, and others under the name Han Guk-eul (CEO). Known as the "godfather of musicals," his sexual scandal has caused significant shock both within and outside the industry. With the addition of sexual scandal allegations surrounding musical actor Han Ji-sang, the atmosphere in the musical community has become even more turbulent.

Han Ji-sang became the center of controversy in 2020 when a woman identified as A raised allegations of sexual harassment. Han Ji-sang flatly denied the accusations and filed a criminal complaint against A for attempted extortion and coercion. In connection with this case, the Prosecution Service decided not to prosecute A.

Although Han Ji-sang resumed activities afterward, he has faced demands from some fans to withdraw from casting announcements each time news of new roles emerged. In response, Han Ji-sang's side denied the sexual harassment allegations and warned of legal action, both civil and criminal, against the spread of false information.

Furthermore, recently appointed as an instructor in the Department of Acting Arts at Sungkyunkwan University, his appointment was canceled following student backlash. On the 4th, Sungkyunkwan University students posted a large notice board on campus demanding the revocation of the instructor appointment.

They argued, "Students should not be left in unsafe classrooms simply because he is a Sungkyunkwan University graduate and an active performer."

In response, the university eventually stated, "If even a single student feels unsafe within the university's educational environment in the future, we will do our utmost to improve the situation. To this end, we reaffirm our commitment to lead education within stricter ethical standards and sensitivity."

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