Controversy Erupts Over Photo Leaks Involving Junior Members
It’s a crucial time before their debut.
Photos resembling “bed photos” of juniors affiliated with the former Johnny & Associates, now known as “STARTO ENTERTAINMENT” (hereinafter STARTO), have surfaced on X and are making waves.
Several images have leaked, including photos of a man sleeping in bed and screenshots from LINE conversations. Posts summarizing these on X have garnered over 10 million views, shocking fans.
“The man pictured is believed to be Raku Kawashita, a member of ‘AmBitious,’ a junior group produced by Tadayoshi Okura from ‘Kanjani Eight,’ now known as ‘SUPER EIGHT.’ The revelation that ‘he had a girlfriend’ alone was shocking to fans, but even more impactful was the exposure of multiple instances of infidelity through LINE exchanges.” (sports journalist)
The “bed photo” featuring the man
“I want to be happy. We talked about being together forever, and I loved you so much that I endured it.”
This poignant comment was written.
“Kawashita and Ryusei Onishi from Naniwa Danshi, who debuted in 21, joined the agency at the same time. AmBitious, following the CD debut of Ae! group on the 15th of this month, was anticipated as one of the potential debut units. Kawashita seems to have disrupted an important time.” (magazine reporter)
As for AmBitious, earlier this year, images of Riku Koshiba drinking and smoking when he was a minor spread, leading to his departure. Although they now have eight members, this scandal is an additional blow for fans.
