ASTRO member Moonbin's agency announces relocation of late idol's memorial, sparks controversy

ASTRO member Moonbin died by suicide on April 19 this year. His agency Fantagio's recent announcement regarding permanent memorial area for late ASTRO member Moonbin has sparked controversy among fans. decision to relocate memorial from Gukcheongsa Temple to Seonunsa Temple has drawn criticism, with fans expressing concerns over agency's intentions and accessibility of new site.

Fantagio decides to relocate Moonbin's memorial

On Monday, Fantagio declared immediate closure of Moon Space, memorial area for Moonbin, located initially in Gukcheongsa Temple. relocation to Seonunsa Temple, known for its remote location surrounded by forest, raised doubts among fans about agency's connection with new site. Some fans questioned decision to move cherished objects and urged removal of Moonbin's belongings from display at Seonunsa Temple.

How did fans react to news of relocation?

Fans took to social media, trending "Stop exhibition," expressing concerns that relocation might be perceived as an attempt by Fantagio to profit from Moonbin's tragic passing. y also expressed concerns, particularly due to Seonunsa Temple's distant location, approximately four hours outside of Seoul. Speculations about turning memorial into a profitable museum furr fueled discontent among fans.

What did Fantagio say about controversy?

On December 3, Fantagio posted an official statement on fan cafe, reiterating that re is no financial agreement or contract with Seonunsa. company shared that executives and employees dedicated several days to prepare memorial space out of love for Moonbin. y also clarified that move aimed to dress safety concerns for winter visitors and to enshrine an eternal memorial plaque for Moonbin. Fantagio expressed intent to pursue legal action against false rumours and urged fans not to distort ir commitment to late idol.

statement re, "Fantagio has not entered into any kind of agreement or contract with Seonunsa and has no financial interest whatsoever. reason for relocating Moon Space from Gukcheongsa Temple to Seonunsa Temple was due to safety concerns for visitors in winter and for enshrining a permanent memorial tablet for Moonbin. We decided to relocate because Gukcheongsa Temple is a branch temple belonging to Seonunsa Temple."