Yun Ji On Drunk Driving, Withdraws From The Latest Drama

Yun Ji On (Instagram @ juii0n__)

JAKARTA - Actor Yun Ji On resigned from the production of his latest drama, Positively Yours after it was revealed that he was driving under influence (DUI). He also underwent police investigation on Wednesday, September 17.

This news was confirmed by the agency IEUM HASHTAG which also explained that their contract with the actor had expired since July.

Our exclusive contract with Yun Ji On ended on July 6 and we agreed not to renew his contract. While he is looking for a new agency, we are helping his job temporarily but we are no longer working," said IEUM HASHTAG on Wednesday, September 17.

It is true that Yun Ji On was arrested by the police for DUI on September 16. As a result, he resigned from the new drama Channel A, Positively Yours," the agency said.

Not long after, Yun Ji On wrote an apology on social media to fans for the negative news he made.

First, I feel heavy and apologize for sharing this news. On September 16, in a drunken state until I didn't realize my actions, I made a mistake by driving a motorbike," Yun Ji On wrote.

I have acknowledged all the demands and suffered losses. Because of my actions, I hurt a lot of people who supported me. I have no reason. I sincerely apologize. I will live with regret for the rest of my life and I make sure things like this don't happen again," he continued.

I will also cooperate with investigations and accept any punishment given. There is no room for reason. Once again, I lowered my head to apologize. I'm sorry," concluded Yun Ji On.

Yun Ji On is a young actor who debuted in theater in 2013. He starred in several hit dramas such as Jirisan and Love Next Door.

On the other hand, the Positively Yours drama played by Choi Jin Hyuk and Oh Yeon Seo is in the production stage.