Serious actor Hong Min-gi dating violence allegations have sent shockwaves through the South Korean entertainment industry, prompting swift actions from corporate brands. On August 20, 2026, a prominent commercial featuring Hong Min-gi alongside actress Oh Ye-ju for the soy milk brand Vegemil was suddenly made private on official digital platforms.
The decision to pull the campaign follows intense public scrutiny after an influencer with roughly 20,000 followers, identified as “A,” publicly posted legal notices and allegations accusing the 24-year-old actor of severe physical abuse, intimidation, and privacy invasion.
Influencer “A” Details Serious Misconduct Claims
According to the legal notice shared by A, the allegations against Hong Min-gi involve physical violence, verbal threats, and property damage during their relationship.
“Hong Min-gi threw dangerous objects, committed assault, and made repeated calls containing threats after falsely suspecting an affair,” stated legal representatives for Influencer A. “He physically struck her shoulders, pushed her, grabbed her neck, and invaded her privacy by accessing her phone messages without consent.”
In subsequent updates, A made further claims regarding alleged pet abuse and pregnancy termination, escalating the controversy across Korean online communities.
Fable Company Denies Allegations and Threatens Legal Action
In response to the growing scandal, Hong Min-gi’s agency, Fable Company, released a detailed statement refuting A’s claims and accusing her of persistent harassment after the actor attempted to end the relationship in mid-2026.
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| FABLE COMPANY OFFICIAL STATEMENT |
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| 1. Relationship Timeline : Dated briefly starting April 2026; broken off by actor.|
| 2. Rejection & Harassment: Influencer A refused breakup, stalked family home. |
| 3. Extortion Claims : A exploited actor's public status with false threats. |
| 4. Legal Counteraction : Filing civil & criminal lawsuits for defamation. |
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Fable Company asserted that allegations regarding pet abuse, fan deception, and physical violence are entirely fabricated. The agency emphasized that it will pursue strict civil and criminal charges for defamation and blackmail.
Collateral Damage on Co-Stars and Brand Partners
The controversy has caused collateral disruption for brand partners and fellow performers. Actress Oh Ye-ju, who co-starred alongside Hong Min-gi in the 2024 television series Love Your Enemy, saw her joint Vegemil commercial abruptly hidden from public view despite having no involvement in the personal dispute.
As public reaction turns critical and fan support erodes, entertainment brands are moving quickly to minimize brand association while official legal investigations unfold.
For ongoing news on South Korean legal and agency disputes, read our report on the Jang Wonyoung theme park photo updates.
Final Thoughts
The actor Hong Min-gi dating violence dispute highlights the immediate financial and reputational fallout when personal legal conflicts leak into the public sphere. With both sides preparing for formal court proceedings, industry observers await further developments from law enforcement and legal counsel.
