This article is part of our coverage of BTS Suga’s DUI Case. You can read more and An exclusive reported that has commented on ‘s being banned from the channel. According to the report made on August 16, 2024 (KST), KBS stated to Ilgan Sports that the channel is yet to decide whether to hold a “Broadcast Appearance Review Committee” meeting for Suga, who has been .
We are undecided on holding such a meeting for BTS’s Suga. — KBS In an additional statement to , KBS added that Suga’s current status as a soldier serving his military duty does play into the channel’s decision. Suga is currently serving his alternative military duty, so he is not appearing on any KBS programs.
[A ban on Suga’s appearance] is not an issue that needs to be discussed or addressed immediately. Moreover, since his case is under police investigation, we need to wait for the results. — KBS KBS does regulate the appearances of individuals involved in illegal activities or social controversies through its Broadcast Appearance Review Committee.
The said “illegal activities” and “social controversies” include being booked, arrested, or sentenced to a prison term greater than probation for avoiding military service, use of prescription drugs or marijuana, fraud, theft, gambling, assault, and sexual misconduct, or any other behavior deemed disruptive to the public order and/or morals. When the Broadcast Appearance Review Committee decides an individual is problematic, it issues Prev.