'Retirement Declaration' Jang Dong-ju: The Reason He Said He Would Go to the Police Station for a Drug Test [Star Issue]

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Actor Jang Dong-ju, who declared his retirement, revealed that he is currently repaying debts in the tens of billions of won and is even being threatened by some creditors.

On the 17th, Jang Dong-ju said via his SNS live broadcast, "I am sorry for causing you concern with recent events. First, I am alive and well. As you may have heard, there have been many issues, but I am living healthily. You do not need to worry."

Earlier, Jang Dong-ju, who announced his retirement as an actor, stated, "As I mentioned, I plan to temporarily suspend my acting activities. Regarding the hacking incident, many people have asked questions, but that is all in the past. I currently have significant personal debts."

He continued, "With the help of my family and acquaintances, I have repaid over 3 billion won out of approximately 4 billion won in debt. There is still about 700 to 800 million won remaining. There is still a lot of debt left. I intend to repay it to the best of my ability and am striving to repay everything, no matter what I have to do, so as not to be ashamed before the creditors."

He also revealed that he is being threatened by creditors, saying, "Today, there were many articles, threats, and numerous incidents. When I woke up, I had 400 missed calls."

He added, "I received a text message saying they would report me for drug use if I do not repay the debt, so I will voluntarily visit the police station tomorrow to undergo a drug investigation."

He further urged, "I have said I will take responsibility and repay the money, so please refrain from sending threatening text messages or making calls to reporters claiming I used drugs just to get paid quickly."

Jang Dong-ju said, "My financial situation has become extremely tangled and difficult, and I am working hard to resolve it quickly. I would like to ask the creditors: I am trying my best to repay, but if you continue to attack me, it will only become more difficult. I fully understand your anger over the delayed repayment, but please help me a little."

Earlier, on the 15th, Jang Dong-ju posted a message on his Instagram declaring his retirement, causing a stir. He said, "As of today, I am letting go of my life as actor Jang Dong-ju. 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."

He had previously revealed that the day after his retirement declaration, he planned to sell the cafe he operated, stating, "I will sell the Calling Art Center, which I have been running since 2020." Jang Dong-ju also told the creditors who appeared on his live broadcast, "A buyer for the cafe has been found. I will be able to repay soon."

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