Japanese media outlet Shūkan Bunshun reported that Shosei Ohira, a member of the boy group JO1, maintained an inappropriate relationship with Shizuku from the girl group ME:I while already being in a relationship with a non-celebrity girlfriend.
Following the report, LAPONE Entertainment, the agency representing JO1, released an official statement on October 15, announcing Ohira’s suspension.“Shosei Ohira has been found to have engaged in conduct that violates company regulations. As his actions have deeply disappointed fans, we have determined that he needs time to reflect on his behavior. Therefore, he will be suspending all activities for the time being,” the agency stated.
Meanwhile, LAPONE GIRLS, the management company of ME:I, also issued an apology and confirmed Shizuku’s hiatus. “We sincerely apologize to all fans. We will strengthen our artist education and management to prevent such incidents from recurring,” the agency said.
JO1 is an 11-member boy group formed through 'Produce 101 Japan' in 2019, consisting of Issei Mamehara, Ren Kawashiri, Takumi Kawanishi, Shosei Ohira, Shion Tsurubo, Ruki Shiroiwa, Keigo Sato, Syoya Kimata, Junki Kono, Sukai Kinjo, and Sho Yonashiro.
ME:I is an 11-member girl group formed through 'PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS' in 2023, featuring Momona Kasahara, Rinon Murakami, Ayane Takami, Miu Sakurai, Suzu Yamamoto, Kokona Sasaki, Shizuku Iida, Keiko Shimizu, Ran Ishii, Tsuzumi Ebihara, and Cocoro Kato.
Both groups are managed under LAPONE Entertainment, a joint venture between CJ ENM and Yoshimoto Kogyo.
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