[Breaking News] Kim Min-jong speaks on 'dropping lawsuit against MC Mong': "110 days, I lost much and gained much"

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Actor Kim Min-jong shared his personal reflections after deciding to withdraw the criminal complaint he had filed against singer MC Mong.

On the 10th, through a lengthy post, Kim stated, "As of yesterday (the 9th), I have withdrawn the lawsuit against MC Mong." He added, "Many people expressed concern, asking why I would drop the lawsuit so easily, but whether it was good or bad, that time has already passed and is like spilled water."

He further explained, "To meet a better version of myself in the future, after deep contemplation for my own sake, I made this decision."

Kim said, "Those 110 days were an unforgettable period in my life. Although I lost much because of them, I believe I also gained much during that time. I deeply bow my head to thank and apologize to all those who believed in and supported me throughout the process. Moving forward, I will reflect more deeply and strive to become a better Min-jong."

Earlier that day, Kim's legal representative, Oh Seong-heon of law firm Okims, announced, "Kim Min-jong has decided to withdraw the criminal complaint filed against MC Mong on the 1st for violating the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection, etc. (defamation)."

He added, "This decision was made after MC Mong acknowledged his mistake and issued a direct apology."

Kim also explained through his lawyer why he accepted MC Mong's apology. He said, "I believed it was necessary to give someone who admitted their mistake and apologized another chance. While it is true that I suffered irreparable wounds and damage over the past four months, I did not want to turn a blind eye to the remorseful heart of a junior artist who reflected on his actions and sought forgiveness." He further stated, "I believed embracing the person was a more meaningful choice than pursuing legal action."

The lawyer explained, "This withdrawal of the lawsuit does not mean overturning Kim Min-jong's previous stance or ignoring the harm he suffered. Rather, it is a decision to cease further legal disputes after considering that the other party acknowledged their mistake and apologized. We hope this incident will remain as an example of reconciliation and forgiveness rather than conflict and confrontation."

Meanwhile, on May 18, MC Mong mentioned Kim Min-jong's real name during a personal live broadcast, claiming there was an illegal gambling circle in the entertainment industry. Kim's side immediately responded that these claims were baseless.

As a result of the controversy, it was reported that Kim withdrew from a new Hollywood film he was filming on location in the United States, and two advertising contracts under negotiation were also canceled, causing significant damage.

In response, Kim's side filed a criminal complaint against MC Mong on the 1st through his legal representative for violating the Information and Communications Network Act (defamation), initiating legal action.

Shortly after, MC Mong responded as if the matter was trivial. In a live broadcast on the following day, the 2nd, he said, "Does it matter if I get sued once or twice? It's nothing." He added, "I have been sued twice before and both times were dismissed without charges." He further remarked, "No birthday party tomorrow. Let's go to a nightclub instead. Book a room and make reservations."

Subsequently, on the 5th, MC Mong held a personal live broadcast, stating that he had met Kim Min-jong in person to clear up misunderstandings and apologized. MC Mong said, "I sincerely apologize again for causing misunderstanding regarding Kim Min-jong." He continued, "Mentioning Senior Kim Min-jong was my mistake. I will accept any articles published from now on." He further added, "The gambling misunderstanding about Senior Kim Min-jong has been fully resolved between the two of us today, and my senior warmly embraced me."

Following MC Mong's apology, Kim Min-jong decided to withdraw the lawsuit instead of continuing legal disputes.

Hello, this is Kim Min-jong.

As of yesterday, I have withdrawn the case in which I filed a complaint against MC Mong. Many people who learned about this news expressed concern, asking why I would drop the lawsuit so easily. But whether it was good or bad, that time has already passed and is like spilled water. To meet a better version of myself in the future, after deep contemplation for my own sake, I made this decision.

Those 110 days were an unforgettable period in my life. Although I lost much because of them, I believe I also gained much during that time. I deeply bow my head to thank and apologize to all those who believed in and supported me throughout the process.

Moving forward, I, Kim Min-jong, will reflect more deeply and strive, strive hard to become a better Min-jong. I am so sorry. And I am so grateful.

Thank you.

Kim Min-jong

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