Fake patient impersonation... 'Conscription fraud admitted' Ravi announces comeback [Star Issue]

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Ravi, formerly a member of the idol group VIXX, has resumed solo activities after being convicted of violating the Military Service Act and completing his service as a support personnel.

On the afternoon of the 22nd at 6 p.m., Ravi released his new digital single "Nyeok" through major online music platforms.

"Nyeok" is a song that expresses various emotions and moments encountered in the flow of life through Ravi's unique perspective.

"Nyeok" marks Ravi's first new release since the controversy over his conscription fraud.

Earlier, on March 27, Ravi began with, "Hello, this is Ravi. It's been a while since I last greeted you," and stated, "I began serving as a support personnel in October 2022 and was subsequently subjected to a trial related to violations of the Military Service Act, which led to a suspension of my service. Following the Military Manpower Administration's disposition and instructions, I fulfilled the remaining service period and was officially discharged on December 13, 2025."

He continued, "During this process, I reflected on myself and realized that I was overly ashamed for making excuses based on my personal circumstances and environment, seeking understanding. I came to understand that my cowardly choice could have caused pain and harm to others." He added, "I sincerely apologize once again to those who were hurt by my wrongful actions. Moving forward, I will continuously learn and strive to become a better person."

Subsequently, Ravi hinted at his comeback by sharing several photos showing him working in his room.

According to the Prosecution Service, Ravi was indicted without detention for conspiring with broker Gu Mo to impersonate a fake patient with epilepsy, obtain a false medical certificate, and attempt to secure an exemption from military service. Investigations revealed that Ravi received an "epilepsy scenario" from Gu, then acted as if he had fainted and underwent hospital examinations. Although the attending physician diagnosed that "no symptoms were confirmed," Ravi ignored this and demanded a prescription, ultimately obtaining a recommendation for drug treatment.

In 2021, when Ravi submitted a medical certificate suggesting he might have epilepsy to the Military Manpower Administration, Gu sent him a message saying, "Good, you're exempt from the army."

At the time, during the first trial held on April 11, Ravi admitted to all facts alleged by the Prosecution Service. Having been classified as a supplementary service personnel at Grade 4, Ravi had been fulfilling his alternative service as a support personnel since October of the previous year.

Subsequently, the first-instance court found Ravi guilty, sentencing him to one year in prison, suspended for two years, and 120 hours of social service. The court stated, "Ravi meticulously planned with broker Gu Mo to attempt to evade military service by feigning epilepsy symptoms despite having none, and obstructed the duties of public officials through deception, indicating poor character." However, the court also noted, "Considering that this is a first offense, Ravi has admitted to his wrongdoing and expressed remorse, and appears likely to undergo a new conscription evaluation and fulfill his military obligations, all circumstances are taken into account."

Although Ravi avoided a prison sentence and expressed his intention not to appeal after accepting the first-instance verdict, the Prosecution Service filed an appeal citing, among other reasons, the impropriety of the sentencing. At that time, the Prosecution Service had sought a two-year prison sentence for Ravi.

Subsequently, the second-instance court also upheld the original verdict, sentencing Ravi to one year in prison, suspended for two years.

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