'Jusa Imo Controversy' Key, Resumes Activities After Six Months.. SHINee to Come Back in June [Star Issue]

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SHINee's Key, who had suspended his activities amid allegations of illegal medical practices known as the 'Jusa Imo' controversy, has reappeared after six months.

According to SM Entertainment on the 11th, SHINee will release their sixth mini-album 'Atmos' on June 1.

The album features a total of six tracks across various genres, including the title song 'Atmos'. As this is SHINee's first new album since their single 'Poet | Artist' in May last year, it is expected to draw significant attention.

While SHINee delivered songs embodying 'a new SHINee-ness' with their eighth full album 'HARD' in 2023, this new album is projected to showcase their most 'SHINee-like' musical world, highlighting their signature sophisticated and sensual charm.

Among these, a schedule film for 'Atmos' was released via SHINee's official channel. The video, which previews the comeback schedule, features Key appearing as a weathercaster. Key, who transformed into a short blonde look, drew attention with his striking visuals. In particular, his reappearance after suspending activities due to the Jusa Imo controversy has become a hot topic. However, public sentiment toward his comeback is sharply divided.

Previously, Key was embroiled in allegations in December last year of having a personal relationship with Jusa Imo alongside broadcaster Park Na-rae. At the time, Key's agency SM Entertainment stated, "Key first met Dr. A, who works at a hospital in Gangnam-gu, through a friend's recommendation and visited the hospital. He continued to receive treatment at the same hospital and, when hospital visits became difficult recently, received treatment several times at home."

Key said, "I prided myself on being able to stay far away from such matters, but it seems that very thought prevented me from looking around more wisely. I am deeply sorry and ashamed to all those who trusted and supported me." He added, "Regarding this incident, I will diligently do everything I can. I will take time to reflect on myself and my surroundings once again," and announced his suspension of activities.

As a result, Key withdrew from variety shows he was appearing on at the time, including MBC's 'I Live Alone' and tvN's 'Amazing Saturday'. Attention is focused on whether Key, returning after six months since the controversy erupted, can turn public opinion through this comeback.

Meanwhile, ahead of the new album release, SHINee will hold their eighth solo concert, '- The Trilogy I - 2026 SHINee WORLD VIII : 'THE INVERT'', for three days from the 29th to the 31st at KSPO DOME in Seoul Olympic Park.

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