SHINee's Key has had his photos uploaded amid his silence over Park Na Rae's ongoing 'Injection Aunt' controversy.
On December 14 KST, media outlets reported that SHINee's official Instagram account has uploaded two images of Key. While he has yet to speak out regarding the 'injection aunt' controversy, he shared a brief update on his current activities in the U.S.
The photos were taken during his solo tour '2025 KEYLAND: Uncanny Valley.' Dressed in his elaborate stage outfit, Key immediately drew attention with his striking visuals and daring gaze.
Viewers also noticed that Key’s appearance on the latest episode of 'Amazing Saturday', which aired on December 13, was not edited out, unlike Park Na Rae’s segments. Aside from brief moments where her voice could be heard during a game, viewers reacted that Park Na Rae’s appearance had effectively been erased altogether.
Reactions to this discrepancy have been mixed. Some have taken a cautious stance, saying, “Nothing has been clearly revealed yet, so there’s no issue with him appearing,” and “It’s fine for him to be on air until a statement is made.” On the other hand, other viewers are urging him to speak up, saying, “He needs to explain quickly,” “He should sort out his position before the controversy grows,” and “This isn’t something that can just quietly pass.”
Recently, Key has become embroiled in controversy related to Park Na Rae’s so called 'Injection Aunt', identified as 'A.' Previously, 'A’s SNS posts included videos of Key’s pet dog. Furthermore, a person saved as 'Key' reportedly sent 'A' an expensive luxury necklace along with the message "Thank you, seriouslyㅠㅠ."
'A' also shared what appeared to be a signed regular album CD from Key, boasting about their closeness by saying, "Thank you for always taking such good care of me. It’s been over 10 years." Even after 'A' deleted their SNS account, fans have continued to demand that Key “clearly explain the facts.”
Despite these allegations and fans’ calls for clarification, neither Key nor his agency SM Entertainment has released an official statement so far.
On the other hand, Jung Jae Hyung and Onew have both drawn clear lines regarding their relationship with 'A.' Jung Jae Hyung explained, "I have no personal relationship with her, nor have I ever met her," while Onew stated, "I visited for skin care purposes, and the signed CD was a gesture of thanks for the treatment."
Park Na Rae has stepped down from ‘Amazing Saturday’ as well as ‘I Live Alone’ and ‘Home Alone’, following allegations involving abuse of a former manager and controversy over illegal medical practices.
Meanwhile, 'A' has claimed she was a doctor and emphasized that her actions were not illegal, but an investigation by the Korean Medical Association confirmed that she does not hold a domestic medical license.
Netizen reactions include:
"Lol"
"Still no statement?"
"It’s strange. Onew from the same group explained things, so why is he the only one not releasing a statement?"
"He could just say ‘we were just acquaintances, I didn’t do anything wrong’ and carry on with his schedule lol"
"It seems like there’s a lot holding him back and a lot to check, to the point where he can’t even casually say a single word like ‘there’s nothing to worry about’"
"Still hasn’t released a statement? Now I’m genuinely curious"
"It’s kind of amazing how there’s complete silence about the controversy, and then suddenly photos get uploaded"
"Making the people who already explained things look like fools"
"If he didn’t do anything illegal, that’s a relief, but dragging things out like this is already pretty disappointing. I really liked Amazing Saturday so I had a very good impression of Key, but this avoidant behavior feels different from the image I usually saw, and my feelings have cooled off"
"Are they just burying it until the agency quietly handles it?"
"It’s not about whether he uploaded them himself or whether it's just an official account post. The problem is dragging things out without an explanation. As time passes, any new issue will be framed with articles like this, and it won’t just affect Key but could spread to SHINee or other members’ activities. It’s surprising how shameless it is to hold out without a statement, not even considering this"
"Based on the image he usually showed on broadcasts, it feels like he would have released a statement already. Since he hasn’t, of course people are curious"
"I can’t shield him anymore. He’s not my idol, but I became a fan through Amazing Saturday and watched everything he appeared in. Staying silent like this should have limits. Fans, stay strong"
"Legendary avoidant type"
"With a controversy at this level, it’s something you could explain… I don’t get it"
"It feels like a bigger problem because the things he used to say don’t match his current behavior. Meanwhile, another member handled it just fine, so why is he keeping his mouth shut?"
"I thought he was the type to say whatever he wanted, but he still hasn’t responded. Was it Onew? I saw news about him saying he just went to a dermatologist he was introduced to"
"This isn’t about whether there was a personal relationship or not. It’s about whether there was illegal activity. That’s why people want a statement, but staying silent makes it worse. Especially since a member from the same group already said it was just a simple procedure, which makes this situation even more problematic"
"I honestly don’t know if Key needs to release a statement right now when nothing concrete has come out yet. I’m saying this because Jo Se Ho was mentioned too, but if there was no confirmed wrongdoing with that acquaintance, I don’t get why people are talking about stepping down"
"If he wasn’t involved in anything illegal, he could just say ‘we became acquainted through aesthetic care, stayed close until now, but I didn’t know they were doing things like that.’ But the fact that he won’t even do that makes me wonder"
"I believe in Key. Please release a statement. Weren’t your values upright? Don’t disappoint us"
"Fans must be really frustrated"
"Make a statement and then continue activities, or something"
"What is SM thinking? Posting photos while staying silent, is that really a power struggle?"
"I don’t think ignoring it will make it go away"
"I don’t think he was involved in anything illegal, but being close friends with a scammer makes him unlikeable"
"Huh? It’s not like Key personally posted it. It’s just the official account uploading the usual scheduled photos;; Why are people overreacting and attacking him like this?"
"When you like celebrities who just go their own way, quitting fandom always ends on a bitter note"
"Either keep staying silent completely, or don’t post photos at all. Posting them is legendary"
"It really contrasts with how Jo Se Ho and the other members handled it"
"So he’s decided to go with silence as his strategy???"
"But if it’s not true, can’t he just say it’s not true?"
"Honestly shameless. He carries his phone around all the time, yet still hasn’t posted even a single line. That’s absurd"
"There’s already so much evidence that they were close, so that part is undeniable. As for the other controversies… are they hoping it’ll be consumed like gossip and then buried? This isn’t your first or second day in the entertainment industry. Do you really think that’s possible?ㅠ People aren’t even asking him to explain whether they were close or not. Everyone knows they were very closeㅠ What people want is a clear stance on the controversies involving Park Na Rae. Both he and the company know about them. They should say whether it’s true or not. Onew and Jung Jae Hyung immediately refuted things!!ㅠㅠ"
"It feels like the golden time for explaining has already passed"
"Looking at the photo, it feels like it was posted by the agency, not by Key himself. Is that right? But whether it’s Key or the agency, they shouldn’t be posting photos first. They should release a statement first. Key is under SM, right? What is SM even doing?"
"I don’t get why people are so obsessed with Key explaining himself. He’ll do it when it’s time"
"This is basically like a criminal involvement allegation, and you’re saying ‘he’ll do it when it’s time’?;;;; He’s on several shows. If this drags on, it’s just splashing filth everywhere"
"I’d like an explanation too, but it feels like people are piling on too much. It’s not like he won’t explain at all since he has upcoming schedules anyway. It wasn’t even posted on Key’s Instagram but on the company account, yet clickbait articles pop up and people mock him like they were waiting for it. What are they even doing….."
"The so called injection aunt who illegally administered drugs in large quantities was going in and out of his home and was closer than family. How is that not suspicious? Fans shielding him is honestly gross. Then how did you even watch Unanswered Questions if that kind of thing makes you uncomfortable? Even mere suspicions usually get investigated. A celebrity this famous being entangled with people suspected of illegal prescriptions, and fans digging through KakaoTalk messages like tips sent to investigative shows, asking for an objective explanation is a completely normal reaction"
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