'Peak Time' Karam Finally Breaks his Silence About Issues Regarding Departure from Show
Karam, a contestant from Team 23:00 on JTBC's boy group survival program "Peak Time," has stepped down from the show alongside his team members after past photos of him partying and engaging in controversial activities surfaced online.
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The scandal has created quite a buzz among fans and viewers, leading Karam to share a heartfelt message on his Instagram account. Continue reading to find out more about the unfolding situation and the team's exit from the show.
Team 23:00's Withdrawal from "Peak Time"
After controversial photos of Karam's private life emerged, the production team of "Peak Time" decided to remove Team 23:00 from the program. The team did not appear on the April 5th broadcast, and their overall rank before the second voting was not disclosed.
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On April 7th, the news of the team's withdrawal was announced. "Peak Time" is the first survival program to be held with a team match format, featuring 23 teams that have already debuted and have performing experience.
Karam's Apology and Promise to Return
On April 12, Karam posted a photo on Instagram with a heartfelt message for his fans in the caption. The former "Peak Time'' contestant and Team 23:00 member expressed his gratitude for their patience. He also addressed the ongoing controversy about him. In his message, he shared his feelings of frustration and pain but highlighted the unwavering support he received from his fellow group members and fans.
Karam promised to return in the future as a better person and thanked everyone for their encouragement.
Quote from Karam's Instagram letter:
"I will cherish you all in my heart for the rest of my life and will repay your trust and support and will return in the future showing a better me. I have come to many realizations and learned so many things from this incident. Once again, I am sorry, and thank you."
The Controversy Surrounding Karam's Past
The scandal began when a netizen claiming to be a former fan of Karam posted past photos of him partying with adult video actresses, visiting adult entertainment establishments, and smoking. The controversy intensified as "Peak Time" continued to upload videos of Karam and Team 23:00 on their official social media channel without addressing the issue. Eventually, the production team stopped posting content featuring Team 23:00 on April 4th, leading up to their withdrawal from the show.
As Karam and Team 23:00 exit "Peak Time" amid the controversy, fans are left wondering about the future of the team and its members. Karam's heartfelt apology and promise to return as a better person have resonated with fans, who hope for a successful comeback. Meanwhile, "Peak Time" continues to air every Wednesday night at 8:50 PM KST.