iKON members have faced several big controversies over the years. One of the most significant was when their leader, B.I, left the group in 2019 due to allegations that he tried to buy illegal drugs like LSD and marijuana in 2016 🚫. This scandal not only shocked fans but also led to B.I’s contract being terminated with YG Entertainment, the group’s management agency.
Another controversy involved two iKON members, Kim Jin-hwan and Koo Jun-hoe, who were in a car driven by a drunk manager in 2020 🚗. Although they were not driving, the incident raised concerns about their safety and the company’s responsibility.
Additionally, iKON has faced criticism for some of their actions on stage and in public, such as dressing up as another girl group, EXID, which was seen as disrespectful and led to accusations of misogyny 🎭. There have also been rumors and controversies surrounding individual members’ behavior, including clubbing and interactions with fans, which have sometimes been misunderstood or exaggerated 🤔.
Overall, these incidents have impacted the group’s image and required them to address and apologize for their actions publicly 🙏.