K-Pop Star Embroiled in Scandal Over Secret Meeting with Former Adult Video Actress
A scandal has erupted surrounding THEBOYZ member Juyeon, who has been accused of secretly meeting with a former Japanese adult video (AV) actress, leading to a sudden halt in the group's activities. According to reports, Juyeon met with the retired AV actress, Akira Watase, at a private bar in Tokyo's Roppongi district on May 29, although it has also been reported that Zhou Hènián met with former adult video actress Asakura Manami at an exclusive members-only bar in Roppongi, Tokyo, with the two being captured on camera displaying intimate behavior, including embracing and the actress resting her chin on Zhou's shoulder, sparking widespread public interest and scrutiny.
18 June 2025
THEBOYZ's management company, IST Entertainment, has confirmed that Juyeon did attend the meeting and has apologized for the incident, stating that they have received an inquiry from Japanese magazine Shukan Bunshun and have confirmed the facts with Juyeon himself. Prior to the revelation, the company had announced that Juyeon would be taking a hiatus from group activities due to "personal reasons," without providing further details. The management company, 100, also issued a statement acknowledging that they had received inquiries from Weekly Bunshun and had subsequently verified the situation with Zhou Henian himself, but refrained from disclosing any specific details, choosing instead to maintain a level of discretion regarding the matter.
This stance has only served to fuel further speculation and intrigue surrounding the alleged private meeting between Zhou and the former adult video actress. The incident sparked a heated online discussion, with many fans and netizens weighing in on the controversy. As a result, THEBOYZ's activities were also affected, with Zhou Hènián announcing a temporary hiatus from all scheduled events. The group's management team has yet to comment on the situation, fueling further speculation and concern among fans.

The sudden halt in activities has left many wondering about the future of the group and the potential long-term consequences of this scandal. Meanwhile, the online debate continues to rage on, with some defending Zhou's right to privacy and others criticizing his actions as irresponsible and damaging to the group's reputation.

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