WINNER’s Song Mino Under Fire Over Attendance as a Military Social Service Worker Just 6 Days Before Discharge (YG Official Statement)

Song Mino, who is nearing the end of his mandatory alternative military service as a social worker, is facing allegations regarding irregular attendance.

According to Dispatch on the 17th(KST), Song has been accused of neglecting his duties, with several whistleblowers reportedly coming forward. The outlet claimed they monitored the facility’s entrance throughout the second week of November, from morning to evening, but did not see Song Mino.

Other employees at the facility allegedly supported this, saying, “We haven’t seen him either.” An anonymous whistleblower remarked, “There was a previous news report regarding Song Mino’s attire. At the time, an official from the Military Manpower Administration visited and only pointed out his hairstyle. There were rumors that Song had been at home when he received an urgent phone call and hurriedly came in.”

Another whistleblower added, “Even in alternative service, one must fulfill their national duty. Is it fair for a celebrity to be absent for nearly a year and still complete their service? We urge authorities to verify if proper attendance and work duties are being met.”

Song Mino began his alternative service on March 24 last year at the Mapo Facilities Management Corporation. In March of this year, he was reassigned to a resident convenience facility.

Regarding the allegations, L, a supervisor at the Mapo Convenience Facility, stated, “There were times when he was resting in a room next door. Occasionally, he would take days off using his leave or step out for hospital visits. To avoid exposure, we sometimes kept him in a separate room because people would come looking for him. Also, he has some physical and mental health difficulties.”

Song Mino’s agency, YG Entertainment, commented, “It is difficult to provide details regarding the artist’s service. However, we clarify that his medical leave stems from ongoing treatment that began prior to his service. All other leave and absences were used in accordance with regulations.”

Song Mino, who started his alternative service on March 24, 2023, is set to be discharged in just six days, on the 23rd of this month.