JTBC Fails to Pay Appearance Fees for Shows Like 'Knowing Bros' and 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator'

JTBC, currently undergoing corporate rehabilitation procedures, has reportedly failed to pay appearance fees to cast members of several entertainment programs on the scheduled dates.

It was reported yesterday (June 24) that cast members of JTBC entertainment shows, including "Knowing Bros," "Please Take Care of My Refrigerator," and "Divorce Adjustment Camp," did not receive their appearance fees on the due dates.

It is understood that JTBC contacted the respective agencies to request their understanding regarding the delay in payment.

In response, JTBC explained, "There were some delays due to the rehabilitation process," adding, "We are in the process of making payments in accordance with court procedures."

An agency representing a celebrity appearing on a JTBC show stated, "We were told that they are not refusing to pay, but rather postponing the schedule," adding, "Given the circumstances, we are closely monitoring the situation."

Previously, on June 12, JTBC declared a default after failing to repay 20.6 billion won in securitized borrowings by their maturity dates.

Recently, there were also foreign media reports suggesting that World Cup broadcasts could be interrupted as JTBC failed to pay a portion of the broadcasting rights fees to FIFA.

In a statement released yesterday, JTBC announced, "We will broadcast the remainder of the ongoing World Cup, including the final, without any setbacks," adding, "We plan to deliver the World Cup scene vividly, covering not only the South Korean national team's matches but also the final stages of the tournament."

Five major affiliates of JoongAng Group, including JTBC, JoongAng Holdings, Contentree JoongAng, Megabox JoongAng, and JoongAng P&P, have entered corporate rehabilitation procedures.

Reported by Kim Jiuk | Video by Ryu Jisu | Graphics by Yang Hyemin | Produced by SBS Digital News

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