Bae Jin-young apologizes after saying, "I've lost a lot of money so far"

Bae Jin-young left the group CIX after his contract with C9 Entertainment expired after 7 years. Support for him continues.

On the 13th, Bae Jin-young communicated with fans through the paid communication app 'From'. He revealed his worries, saying, "I keep thinking and thinking about how to give good news quickly. Everyone around me tells me to think slowly, but I'm not good at that." He continued, "Time is money. I've wasted a lot of money so far."

Some group fans expressed their disappointment. CIX fans pointed out to Bae Jin-young, "Are you referring to the time you spent in the group as 'bloated gold'?"

As the controversy grew, Bae Jin-young repeatedly apologized around 2 AM on the 14th, saying, "I sincerely apologize to those who were hurt by my clumsy words and actions. I am embarrassed because there were many distortions and misunderstandings, but I will be careful with my words and actions." He continued, "If anyone was hurt for whatever reason, it was my fault. It was my fault. I'm sorry."

Before Bae Jin-young left the group, CIX made a comeback once a year and did not have a lot of domestic schedules other than overseas tours. This was a situation that fans even complained about. After leaving the group, Bae Jin-young shared updates through a communication app that he was getting along well with the members.

Despite apologizing multiple times in the early morning, some fans criticized Bae Jin-young. When this situation became an issue, most fans left comments such as, "It seems like you twisted it in a way that wasn't intended," "You've worked hard," "In a way, it seems like you really blew it. You haven't been able to do much compared to your will and ability," and "I'm rooting for you."

Lee So-jung, Ten Asia reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr