Choi Min-hwan, a former drummer of F.T. Island, and Yulhee, a former member of Laboum in 2018 / Yonhap
Choi Min-hwan, a former member of Ok-pop boy band F.T. Island, has spoken out in regards to the causes behind his divorce from ex-wife Yulhee, a former member of woman group Laboum, refuting her claims that his private points led to their break up.
Choi mentioned that the actual causes for the divorce had been Yulhee’s frequent absences from house and irregular sleeping patterns.
In an interview with Dispatch on Monday, Choi claimed Yulhee’s accusations about his nightlife actions weren’t the decisive issue of their divorce. Whereas he acknowledged visiting institutions she referenced, Choi mentioned that this was simply certainly one of many conflicts and never the first explanation for their separation.
Choi mentioned their five-year marriage confronted ongoing challenges attributable to Yulhee’s extended sleeping habits —typically sleeping as much as 18-20 hours a day — and her frequent disappearances. He mentioned that these points culminated in repeated conflicts, main him to request a divorce in 2023. Choi additionally alleged that Yulhee’s actions mirrored an absence of dedication to parenting their twin youngsters.
Relating to allegations of soliciting prostitution, Choi clarified that the institution in query was not concerned in unlawful actions however was a karaoke venue the place Yulhee’s celebration had been held. He acknowledged that his visits precipitated misunderstandings however mentioned he apologized and reconciled with Yulhee on the time.
Choi additionally refuted Yulhee’s earlier claims about conflicts along with his household and her position as the first caregiver after their divorce. He expressed frustration over Yulhee reversing agreements on alimony and property division a yr after the divorce and now demanding custody of their youngsters.
Yulhee has but to concern an announcement relating to Choi’s newest remarks.
Choi and Yulhee, who married in 2018, formally ended their marriage in Dec. 2023. They share twin youngsters, with Choi initially retaining custody.
Nonetheless, the controversy reignited final yr when Yulhee alleged on her YouTube channel that the divorce stemmed from Choi’s misconduct. She accused him of frequenting leisure institutions, infidelity, marital assault, and disputes over little one assist previous to their divorce.
The controversy led to Choi stepping down from the KBS2’s selection present „The Return of Superman“ and halting his actions with F.T. Island. Though Choi confronted police investigation for allegations of sexual misconduct and prostitution, Gangnam Police cleared him attributable to inadequate proof.
This text from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Occasions, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Occasions.
