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SEUNGKWAN of K-pop boy group SEVENTEEN shared his thoughts amid the recent controversy following the unveiling of entertainment company HYBE's internal report. On October 29, SEUNGKWAN took to Instagram to share a long piece of writing that started with, "I don't want to see more hurting and getting hurt." "Watching the recent events, I tried to keep calm and focus on our group's activities, thinking it would all eventually pass.

" "But now, I don't want to sit back and wait for the situation to resolve itself when my fans, our members, and all the other hard-working fellow artists are getting hurt. I don't want to stay silent anymore for them." "So, I'll gather my courage and share my thoughts, although some might think I'm interfering or being reckless.



" SEUNGKWAN continued, "Becoming a celebrity was my choice. Certain challenges come with the big love I get, and I understand enduring them is part of the job. But I don't think one should have to endure suffering to the point of death just for this job.

" "Some artists choose to be rational, while others choose to smile and be positive, and some struggle but adapt and endure anyway. Why? Since this profession was our choice, we must bear the consequences ourselves. But today, that very notion feels especially harsh and cruel.

" "As far as I know, my friends and colleagues—including SEVENTEEN members—in the big industry known as K-pop genuinely love their job with pure heart.", SEUNGKWAN noted. "I want to say clearly: The ro.

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