'Sudden retirement' Jang Dong-ju to also sell his cafe... "Considering quick transfer of rights" [Star Issue]

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Actor Jang Dong-ju, who suddenly announced his retirement, will also dispose of the cafe he was operating.

On the 16th, Jang Dong-ju announced via his Instagram that he would sell the Calling Art Center, which he has been operating since 2020. The Calling Art Center is a cafe where Jang Dong-ju is listed as the representative, and it is a multi-cultural space where live performances and event events can be held.

Jang Dong-ju explained, "For a long time, we have injected youthful vitality into Saryo-su-gil with the diverse performances of numerous artists," and added, "It is a space that can be operated as a performance, rental, event, and 24-hour unmanned cafe, and it is currently operating normally."

Following this, Jang Dong-ju, who made his contact information public, said, "We are considering a quick transfer of rights due to scheduling," and added, "If anyone wishes to acquire it, please leave a DM or contact information with me, and I will get in touch."

Earlier, on the 15th, Jang Dong-ju left a post on his Instagram hinting at his sudden retirement, causing a stir. He said, "As of today, I am going to put down my life as actor Jang Dong-ju," and added, "Although I am leaving the stage, I will never forget the hearts you have given me. I sincerely thank you for loving actor Jang Dong-ju until now."

Jang Dong-ju also said, "Living as an actor for a long time, I received a lot of love and support. All the moments of smiling and crying in front of the camera were the brightest times in my life," and conveyed his gratitude, saying, "I sincerely thank the directors, staff, and fellow actors who believed in and stood by me, who was lacking. Above all, thanks to the fans who always stayed by my side, I was able to walk happily until the end."

However, management company W seems perplexed by Jang Dong-ju's sudden retirement announcement. According to a StarNews investigation, it was confirmed that this retirement announcement was made without prior consultation with the agency. A representative of Management W told StarNews, "We need to check (regarding the reason for retirement)," and added, "There were no particular problems until recently." Another agency representative also held back, saying, "I do not know why he posted such a message," and "It is a situation where I am cautious about saying anything at this point."

Jang Dong-ju, who was contacted by StarNews, also took a cautious stance regarding the background of his retirement, saying, "I will explain officially with the company later." He said, "My parents are communicating with the company," and added, "I am currently with my family. I am sorry. I will contact you again." Even when asked if it was due to the hacking and extortion of 'Hyu Daejeon-hwa', he only repeated, "I will explain after communicating with the company."

Jang Dong-ju had previously disappeared last November, leaving only a post saying "I am sorry" on his Instagram along with a black screen, drawing concern from fans.

At the time, his former agency, Nexus ENM, stated that "contact with Jang Dong-ju was cut off," but the situation was temporarily resolved after his whereabouts were confirmed within four hours. Afterward, he set up a new nest with Management Run about a month later in December last year, but shortly after, he announced that the contract was terminated again.

Also, in January, he directly confessed to the fact that he was a victim of hacking and extortion of 'Hyu Daejeon-hwa'. He said on his Instagram at the time, "A call came from an unknown number, and I found out that my mobile phone was completely hacked," and added, "I borrowed money by any means. My family even sold their house for me. Because of the urgent debt, another debt was created, and I lost billions of won. And I sat on a pile of debt," revealing his plight and evoking sympathy.

Jang Dong-ju, who announced a fresh start by signing an exclusive contract with Management W in February, has suddenly announced his retirement, drawing attention to the background.

Meanwhile, Jang Dong-ju, who debuted in 2012 with the play 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', has appeared in dramas such as 'School 2017', 'Revenge Has Come', 'Mr. Part-time', 'I Will Be Your Night', 'Trigger', and movies such as 'Honest Candidate', 'Count', and 'Handsome Guys'. Recently, he met viewers with the SBS drama 'I Am Human from Today', which ended in February.

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