South Korean G-Dragon, Former BIGBANG Frontman, Under Investigation for Drug Use
South Korean Entertainment Industry Under Scrutiny
High-Profile Drug Cases Involving Celebrities Continue to Make Headlines
Government’s Ongoing Anti-Drug Campaign
Crackdown on Illegal Substances Persists Under Conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol
Repercussions for K-Pop Agencies
Allegations Affect Stock Prices, Including Shares of Kwon’s Former Agency YG Entertainment
G-Dragon Denies Wrongdoing
35-Year-Old Artist Asserts Innocence as He Meets with Police
Lee Sun-kyun Also Questioned
“Parasite” Star Faces Separate Drug Allegations
Rising Drug-Related Arrests
Increased Law Enforcement Efforts Aimed at Narcotics and Customs Control
South Korea’s Stringent Drug Laws
Penalties Range from Six Months to 14 Years for Offenders and Dealers
Challenges in the Modern Era
Social Media and Travel Make Illicit Drugs More Accessible
BIGBANG’s Troubles
G-Dragon Joins a List of Group Members Facing Legal Issues
Legacy of BIGBANG
The K-Pop Star Phenomenon That Dominated the Industry Since 2006
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