Song Min-ho Suffers from Panic Disorder? WINNER Lee Seung-hun: "You Enjoyed What Others Couldn't" — Direct Hit [Star Issue]

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As WINNER's Song Min-ho admitted to allegations of inadequate military service and cited his mental anguish, past remarks are being re-examined.

The Seoul Western District Court's Criminal Division 10 held the first trial session on the 21st for Song Min-ho and A, the official responsible for his service management, on charges of violating the Military Service Act. Previously, the Seoul Western District Prosecutors' Office Criminal Division 1 (led by Chief Prosecutor Won Shin-hye) had filed non-detained indictments against the two on December 30, 2025, on charges of violating the Military Service Act.

Appearing in a black suit, Song Min-ho explicitly stated that he fully accepts the prosecution's charges. The Prosecutors' Office sought a one-year and six-month prison sentence for Song Min-ho, alleging that he failed to report for duty as a public service worker and absented himself from his workplace for 102 days.

In his final statement, Song Min-ho said, "I would like to express my apologies to the presiding judge and everyone present here. As a young person in the Republic of Korea, I failed to faithfully fulfill my mandatory duty of national defense until the end. I suffer from bipolar disorder and panic disorder, and I am well aware that this illness must never serve as an excuse or alibi. Seeing such shameful behavior from someone who has received so much love from many people fills me with deep regret. I am left with only great remorse for my choices."

He continued, "I am currently undergoing intensive treatment. I hope to recover my health as soon as possible and, if given another chance to serve, I wish to complete it faithfully." He added, "I would like to offer my apologies once again."

In this regard, Song Min-ho had previously appeared on Channel A's "Oh Eun-young's Precious Counseling Center" with fellow WINNER members, where he discussed his panic disorder.

Song Min-ho stated, "I often wonder if I can get better. It feels like being trapped in a deep valley. Around the end of 2017, I began feeling as though I might die, experienced difficulty breathing, and suffered panic attacks, which led me to seek medical help. I have panic disorder, depression, and bipolar disorder. I am taking medication for these mental health conditions."

He further added, "I was diagnosed while filming 'New Journey to the West' and 'Kang's Kitchen.' After filming ended, I secretly left alone and cried. Once the cameras stopped rolling, life felt tragic, and I didn't tell my members because I didn't want to show my weakened side. I lacked the courage to speak up. I am loved by many, and I have colleagues and fans, yet I have deep concerns about what is preventing me from feeling joy."

In response, Kang Seung-yoon said, "There were things I could sense even without being told. The way he acted when we were together, and there were parts I dared to guess, so I didn't feel the need to ask."

Additionally, Lee Seung-hun remarked, "As the saying goes, every gain has a loss and every loss has a gain. It is true that Min-ho has enjoyed what others could not. He has found hobbies and leisure activities that suit him, met with friends he likes, and done various things. Everyone has their own moments of sadness. Although he might not say this directly to your face, it might sound insincere, but I believe he will overcome it."

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