{
  "id": 845104,
  "title": "Gunil leaves Xdinary Heroes after leaked audio controversy",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/gunil-leaves-xdinary-heroes-after-leaked-audio-controversy-845104",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-14T06:52:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260814/gunil-leaves-xdinary-heroes-after-leaked-audio-controversy"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Xdinary Heroes drummer Gunil has departed the band following the leak of a recording containing inappropriate remarks about fans. JYP Entertainment, Gunil's record label, officially ended his exclusive contract and announced that the band will remain a five-piece lineup. In a statement on a fan forum, Gunil apologized for the controversy, clarifying that his comments were aimed at individuals he accused of harassment and privacy invasion, not genuine fans. JYP Entertainment stated they mutually agreed to the contract termination after in-depth discussions acknowledging the gravity of the situation. Gunil expressed his desire to stay with the band, but ultimately accepted JYP's decision. The departure comes after allegations surfaced in an online post purporting to be from his ex-girlfriend, who claimed to have an audio recording supporting her claims. Gunil confirmed their acquaintance and a brief two-week relationship, admitting the voice on the recording belonged to him.",
  "summary": "Gunil has left Xdinary Heroes after acknowledging he made inappropriate remarks about fans in a leaked recording. JYP Entertainment terminated his exclusive contract and announced the band will continue as a five-member group. In a statement posted Thursday on a fan community platform, the former leader and drummer apologized for the controversy. However, he emphasized his remarks were directed…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Gunil leaves Xdinary Heroes after leaked audio controversy",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/gunil-leaves-xdinary-heroes-after-leaked-audio-controversy",
        "published": "2026-08-14T06:42:03.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}