December 15, 2025, marks a surprising turn in the world of K-pop as Bobby Kim, a veteran in the Korean music industry, issued a formal apology for the infamous airplane incident that occurred on Janua...
December 15, 2025, marks a surprising turn in the world of K-pop as Bobby Kim, a veteran in the Korean music industry, issued a formal apology for the infamous airplane incident that occurred on January 7, 2015. The apology, which came via a heartfelt video posted on his official YouTube channel, has reignited discussions and controversy among fans and netizens alike. The Incident: A Look Back The incident in question took place aboard a Korean Air flight bound for Incheon from San Francisco. Bobby Kim, allegedly intoxicated, was reported to have caused a disturbance, leading to a widely publicized scandal. At the time, this incident led to a temporary suspension of his activities and a significant hit to his reputation. Initial reports indicated that Bobby Kim was fined 4 million KRW (approximately USD 3,600) by the Seoul Southern District Court in 2015. Apology and Immediate Reactions A decade later, Bobby Kim's apology video, released at 10:00 AM KST on December 15, 2025, has garner...