On April 21, singer and TV personality Shin Jung-hwan ignited a firestorm of controversy after alleging a high-profile sex bribery scandal involving a top female celebrity. The claims surfaced during a candid discussion on the YouTube talk show NonNonNon in an episode titled “The Wildest Debate Yet! (feat. Power, Celebrities, and Sex Bribery)”.
Shin recounted a shocking incident he says he witnessed firsthand: “I overheard some older acquaintances talking over tea. They didn’t realize I was there, and I heard them say things like, ‘You met her yesterday, right?’ One said he paid 5 million KRW, another 10 million. They were all talking about the same woman.”
He claimed the conversations weren’t limited to casual meetups, but included meals, golf outings, and sex, all in exchange for cash. “I was honestly stunned,” he added.
Fellow host Kang Byung-gyu backed Shin’s story, noting, “There have been lists with actual names and prices circulating in the past,” while panelist Jang Hye-ri questioned how the woman involved could interact with three people in the same circle. Shin replied, “She probably has a general idea, but assumes they won’t say anything to each other.”
Though no names were mentioned, the gravity of the accusation has sparked a storm of online discussion and concern. Many viewers are now calling for greater transparency and accountability in the entertainment industry, while others criticize the episode for promoting speculation without concrete evidence.
The controversy also raises questions about industry exploitation, the pressures female celebrities may face, and the fine line between rumor and fact. As the video continues to circulate, public interest in uncovering the truth, and the identity of the celebrity in question, only grows.