Controversy Surrounds Jisoo's Brother Amid Allegations of Assault
Allegations Against Kim Jung-Hoon
Kim Jung-Hoon, the older brother of Blackpink member Jisoo, is facing serious allegations related to a sexual assault case. Although law enforcement has not confirmed his involvement, many online users suspect he may be implicated. The controversy arose when a female streamer accused a man in his 30s of inappropriately touching her without consent and subsequently abusing her. Currently, Jung-Hoon is under investigation by the police. He recently appeared in the K-drama Boyfriend on Demand, and has an elder sister who is now facing the fallout from this situation.
Details of the Incident
What Happened?
On April 16, reports emerged from Korean media indicating that a man in his 30s was arrested by the Seoul Gangnam Police Station on charges of forced molestation. The investigation is ongoing. The incident reportedly occurred after the accused purchased a 'date ticket' for a female streamer. Following a meal and drinks, he took her to his residence, assuring her that he would not force himself on her. However, he allegedly drove under the influence and made unwanted physical contact with her. The victim accused him of sexual assault, and police intervened shortly after the incident.
The woman stated, "He assured me there would be no sexual contact. I rejected him multiple times, but he still forced physical contact and attempted to assault me." A Korean news outlet used a blurred image of Jisoo and her brother in their coverage, leading netizens to speculate about the identity of the female idol involved.
Background on Kim Jung-Hoon
Who is Kim Jung-Hoon?
Kim Jung-Hoon, who is six years older than Jisoo, is often mentioned in connection with his business dealings related to his sister and her label, Blissoo. Reports suggest he is a founding member and has contributed to her performances. He is also known to be married and has two children.
Previous Controversies
Past Issues Involving Jung-Hoon
In May 2025, a woman alleged on the community platform BLING that she had been secretly filmed without her consent during an assault. The post, titled "I was secretly filmed by BLACKPINK Jisoo’s brother," claimed he showed the video to friends. This post was later removed. Fans are worried that these ongoing controversies surrounding Jung-Hoon could negatively affect Jisoo's career, as her name continues to be linked to his issues.