Why Did Loona Expel 'Chuu' From K-Pop Group?

Blockberry Creative, agency of K-Pop group Loona, released a statement announcing the departure of band member Chuu aka Kim Ji-Woo.

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Blockberry Creative made the announcement on Friday, November 25, through a notice on the group’s fancafe.

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The agency said that the South Korean singer was exploiting her power and was verbally abusing company staff.

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Blockberry said that they took the decision after thoroughly investigating the matter, which proved Chuu’s guilt.

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The company also apologized to the affected staff who suffered abuse by the South Korean singer.

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Some rumors are claiming that Chuu is planning to be signing with some other agency.

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