Kang Ji-seob Breaks 2-Year Silence on 'JMS Controversy' with First Confession... Shocking Testimony of 'Hitting Rock Bottom'

Actor Kang Ji-seob, who has remained silent for two years due to the cult religion JMS controversy, is finally opening up about his feelings and the truth at that time. He has hinted at a shocking confession, stating that he 'hit rock bottom' during the controversy, drawing significant attention.

It was announced on the 29th that Kang Ji-seob will appear on MBN's 30th Anniversary National Comfort Project 'Oh Eun-young Stay' airing on August 4th. This marks Kang Ji-seob's first official broadcast appearance since the JMS controversy, where he will directly clarify the injustices and truths he has faced.

Kang Ji-seob was embroiled in allegations of being a member of the cult organization JMS when the Netflix documentary 'I Am God - The People Betrayed by God' was released in 2023. The controversy intensified when a Jesus statue frame, presumed to be related to JMS, was spotted in his clothing room during his appearance on tvN's 'Free Doctor M'.

At that time, Kang Ji-seob clarified that he 'thought it was a regular church' and stated that he was already out of the cult by the time the documentary was released. However, public criticism intensified, and he effectively halted his entertainment activities, maintaining silence.

In this appearance on 'Oh Eun-young Stay', Kang Ji-seob is expected to detail the events surrounding the JMS controversy and the painful times he experienced. The production team has hinted that 'Kang Ji-seob will mention his unjust feelings at that time, the reality of the religion, and his life that hit rock bottom.'

In particular, the expression 'hit rock bottom' illustrates how serious the situation was for Kang Ji-seob after the controversy. It is presumed that he experienced extreme isolation and despair, facing not only a halt in his entertainment activities but also severe public condemnation.

Kang Ji-seob's confession is drawing attention from the perspective of a victim of a cult religion. JMS is a representative cult organization that has drawn public outrage due to the sexual crimes of its leader Jung Myung-seok, with ongoing concerns about the risks of ordinary people being exposed to proselytizing activities without their knowledge.

Industry insiders are also showing interest in the possibility of Kang Ji-seob's return. One insider stated, 'If Kang Ji-seob honestly shares the truth and shows sufficient reflection and introspection, public perception may change.' However, they added that the controversy surrounding cult religions is a very sensitive issue, requiring a cautious approach.

Kang Ji-seob was a beloved actor who appeared in numerous popular dramas such as 'Reply 1988', 'What's Wrong with Secretary Kim', and 'Welcome to the Wang Family Restaurant'. However, all activities were halted following the JMS controversy, leading to increased interest in whether he will make a comeback.

'Oh Eun-young Stay' is a special program planned to celebrate MBN's 30th anniversary, where Dr. Oh Eun-young, a specialist in mental health, meets with people with various concerns for counseling. There is growing interest in whether Kang Ji-seob's appearance could be an opportunity for a new beginning for him.