These K-pop stars were detained in Bali for illegal filming

In a shocking surprise for K-pop fans, SpoTV reports that several K-pop celebrities were detained in Bali on April 26. The stars, part of a 30-member troupe, were expected to be detained for at least a week due to an investigation into the offense committed.

Image: pickmetrip_official / Instagram

According to Channel News Asia, the 30 members of the cast and crew of ‘Pick Me Trip’, an upcoming reality TV program show, had been detained for committing the crime of filming without a permit in Bali, Indonesia.

Image: pickmetrip_official / Instagram

The same report from Channel News Asia notes that the cast and crew of ‘Pick Me Trip’ were confused about the ongoing situation and on their detention, as it was alleged that the show’s production crew had failed to obtain proper permits and neglected to inform the team.

Image: pickmetrip_official / Instagram

Unfortunately, the hold-up has caused quite a scandal and has affected the tight schedules of the people involved, especially the K-pop stars who are involved in the show. Who are the stars who have been affected?

Image: pickmetrip_official / Instagram

Hyoyeon is a member of one of K-pop’s biggest girl groups, Girls’ Generation. Her solo work has seen her delving into not just reality TV show work, but also DJing under the name DJ Hyo.

Image: SM Entertainment

Bomi is one of the members of the K-pop girl group Apink. Besides her work in Apink, she is also known for her MC work in ‘Weekly Idol’, and in reality TV shows such as ‘We Got Married’.

Image: IST Entertainment

Dita is part of the girl group ‘Secret Number’. Interestingly, Dita is Indonesian and holds the honor of being the first Indonesian to ever enter K-pop, reports South China Morning Post.

Image: Vine Entertainment

Choi Hee is a South Korean announcer and newscaster who is best known for being one of South Korea TV’s recognisable sports announcers.

Image: choiheeann / Instagram

Once a member of the girl groups I.O.I and Pristin, Lim Na-young has managed to carve out a solo career for herself after the disbandment of her girl groups. She is currently more known as an actress.

Image: nayoung_lim / Instagram

Fortunately, all K-pop stars have been allowed an early release, Koreaboo reports. They are now safely back in South Korea. However, the rest of the cast and crew still remain in Bali with confiscated passports and are under investigation by Balinese authorities.

Image: pickmetrip_official / Instagram

Follow Showbizz Daily to stay informed and enjoy more content!