Park Na-Rae's controversy with her former managers has now reached the Korea Entertainment Management Association (KEMA). Infact the body has strongly reacted to the allegations stating that the matter
is seriously harming South Korea's entertainment industry. It further warned that it will take decisive organisational action if the claims against Park get confirmed.KEMA's Reward and Punishment Adjustment Ethics Committee issued a statement on December 17. It announced of taking a firm stance on the entire case.
KEMA's statement on Park Na-Rae's trouble with former managers
According to Korean media, the association said, "Regarding the recent Park Na Rae incident, we have determined that Park Na Rae’s actions seriously disrupted the sound morals and order of the popular cultural arts industry and hindered the development of the industry. We express deep concern and regret over the confusion and significant ripple effects caused throughout the entertainment sector."Demanding thorough investigation into the claims. It added, "In light of this Park Na Rae case, when popular cultural artists lack a system to control their social influence, inappropriate behavior by stars can occur and lead to social repercussions due to insufficient preventative measures and lack of purification.” Moreover, “Entertainers who generate income and activities from public interest and love also bear great responsibility as public figures. As a star in Korea who is involved in a problematic incident, continuing entertainment activities without sincerely and respectfully taking responsibility as a public figure and asking the public for understanding is inappropriate.” The committee added, “Therefore, KEMA’s Ethics Committee will encourage in-depth and serious discussions with involved artists whenever such issues arise in the future, aiming to foster consensus with the public. This incident will serve as a turning point to properly establish the relationship between managers and entertainers in the industry.”"
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About Park Na-Rae's controversy
Two of Park Na-Rae's former managers recently filed criminal charges against the comedian for workplace harassment, aggravated assault, proxy prescriptions, and unpaid production expenses. The managers accused Park of abuse and exploitation, putting the agency under massive public scrutiny. Park was also suspected of paying salaries to her ex-boyfriend and family members while underpaying her actual employees.
Park's 'injection aunt' allegation
As per reports, Park is said to have used the company's costs for illegal medical services. She found herself embroiled in trouble of the 'injection aunt scandal', after a civil complaint claimed she received unlicensed treatments even though her representatives insisted she only received vitamin injections from a licensed doctor, denying all wrongdoing. It started after photos surfaced showing Park receiving intravenous drips and other treatments from an unidentified woman who allegedly does not have a medical license. This new allegation involving IV treatments at a private home and proxy prescriptions for antidepressants, added to the trouble.Due to the ongoing allegations, Park exited multiple ongoing productions, including I Live Alone and Amazing Saturday. The upcoming MBC travel series Nado Shinna, starring Park has also been canceled.
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