SECHSKIES reunion event cancelled as controversy erupts over payment methods

The reunion performance of the group SECHSKIES has been cancelled. Disappointment is growing among fans as Jang Su-won's side officially confirmed the cancellation of 'THE TREE in INSPIRE - SECHSKIES' Untold Story,' which was scheduled to be held this December in Yeongjongdo, Incheon. Amidst rising controversy surrounding ticket reservations and participation fee payments, special caution was urged to ensure no financial damage occurs during the refund process.

POLICE, the official fan cafe for J-Walk members Jang Su-won and Kim Jaeduck, announced in a notice on the 10th that "the previously announced 2-day, 1-night event at INSPIRE featuring Lee Jai-jin, Ko Ji-yong, and Jang Su-won has been cancelled." The notice added, "We feel regretful to deliver this disappointing news to the fans who were waiting for this event," and provided guidance on the refund procedures following the cancellation.

POLICE requested that fans who reserved tickets through the organizer or paid participation fees via individual cash transactions contact the organizer directly to confirm refund requests and procedures. The group emphasized, "As POLICE is not the organizer or manager of this event, we ask for your understanding that inquiries regarding refunds should be directed to the organizer."

The notice further added, "Please make sure to confirm the refund status and the scheduled refund date so that no financial damage occurs during the refund process." This plea to prevent actual damage to fans who were waiting for the event suggests that refund issues may emerge as a new point of contention following the cancellation.

Previously, Mountain Movement Story, the agency for Ko Ji-yong and the event organizer, announced that Ko Ji-yong, Jang Su-won, and Lee Jai-jin would hold 'THE TREE in INSPIRE - SECHSKIES' Untold Story' on December 15 and 16 at the INSPIRE Arena in Yeongjongdo, Incheon. Expectations were high among fans as the event was described as being prepared ahead of SECHSKIES' 30th anniversary in 2027.

However, interest was also drawn to the fact that the lineup was far from a full group reunion, as it was reported that Kang Sung Hun, who left the team, as well as Eun Ji-won and Kim Jaeduck, would not be attending. Although the event itself was introduced as a special occasion connecting the past and present of SECHSKIES, controversies continued regarding the lineup and the method of operation.

Prior to the cancellation announcement, Lee Jai-jin revealed issues identified during the appearance negotiation process via his social media on the 10th. He stated, "This event began with the organizer first proposing a planning document for appearance negotiations," and noted, "During the negotiation process, I identified issues related to the event's reservation and payment methods."

In particular, Lee Jai-jin claimed he discovered that the representative of Mountain Movement Story was contacting fans individually to receive deposits into personal accounts, and that he had confirmed several times that fans requesting refunds had not yet received their money. He explained that he subsequently conveyed his intention not to participate in the event.

Lee Jai-jin drew a line, stating, "This matter began with the organizer's proposal of a planning document for appearance negotiations, and I did not directly plan or promote this event." He further expressed "deep regret" regarding the fact that his appearance was promoted as confirmed and that the entity promoting the event was reported differently from the facts, despite him having conveyed his intention to decline multiple times and not having signed a contract.

Ultimately, the reunion event, which was being promoted under the names of SECHSKIES members, was cancelled following controversies over appearance negotiations and payment methods. With the special performance that fans had anticipated falling through, the most important task remaining is the safe refund of participation fees and the prevention of financial damage to fans. Jang Su-won's side has repeatedly urged fans to exercise caution by checking refund procedures directly with the organizer.

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