[Breaking News] Kim Min-jong files criminal defamation complaint against MC Mong... "Discussions on Hollywood entry halted"

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Actor Kim Min-jong filed a criminal defamation complaint against MC Mong (real name Shin Dong-hyun) for spreading false information.

On the 2nd, Kim Min-jong announced through his legal representative that he submitted a complaint to Seoul Jongno Police Station on the 1st against MC Mong for violating the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection, among other things (defamation).

MC Mong made claims during an internet live broadcast on May 18 suggesting that Kim Min-jong was involved in illegal gambling, accepting bribes, and witness tampering. As these contents spread through media and online platforms, Kim Min-jong's side issued a formal statement the following day, May 19, asserting that the allegations were completely unrelated to the truth.

Kim Min-jong's side argued that as this content spread through media and online channels, it not only seriously damaged his reputation and trust accumulated over approximately 38 years since his debut in 1988 but also caused substantial harm by halting discussions on an upcoming Hollywood project and two advertising contracts that were being specifically negotiated at the time.

The law firm stated, "We can no longer overlook the damage caused by content clearly contrary to the facts. We will cooperate diligently with the investigation process to clarify the factual circumstances and plan to proceed sequentially with necessary legal measures, including a civil claim for damages."

They further added, "In addition, if it is confirmed that false information of the same or similar nature is additionally spread or repeatedly posted, we intend to take additional legal measures, including an injunction prohibiting the dissemination of false information."

Kim Min-jong emphasized, "I can no longer stand by and watch my reputation, which I have upheld for 38 years, and the trust of my fans being damaged by baseless claims. Without any compromise, I will hold them fully accountable according to the law and principles until the end."

Meanwhile, Kim Min-jong's side urged that since the matter is under investigation, no additional damage should occur due to speculative reporting on unconfirmed details or indiscriminate re-quoting of the disputed remarks leading to further spread of false information.

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