Popular singer and rapper Psy is making headlines, but this time it’s not for a sold-out concert or a banger song. Instead, it’s for a serious issue. A Korean media outlet reported that the ‘Gangnam Style’ singer has been detained on suspicion of illegally obtaining prescriptions for Antidepressants. Authorities are investigating whether Psy violated medical laws in South Korea. His agency has addressed the situation, and here’s what you need to know about it.
What Did P NATION Say About Psy’s Drug Violation Investigation?
On August 27, 2025, a major Korean news outlet, DongA Ilbo, reported that the Seodaemun Police Station is looking into Psy for possibly breaking South Korea’s Medical Service Act. The ‘Gangnam Style’ singer reportedly got two strong medications, Xanax and Stilnox, from a Seoul hospital. These medications were prescribed without Psy seeing the doctor in person from 2022 till now.
Instead, his manager picked up the drugs for him. Xanax helps with anxiety, and Stilnox treats short-term insomnia in adults. Both need a doctor’s direct diagnosis and prescription under South Korean law, as they can be misused if not handled properly.
Psy’s agency, P NATION, quickly responded to the reports. They admitted that having someone else collect the singer’s prescribed sleeping pills was a mistake and showed poor judgement. The agency added that Psy has a chronic sleep disorder and has been taking medication under a doctor’s care.
They also clarified that the prescriptions were issued properly with the correct dosage, and there was no attempt to get drugs without a prescription. However, the issue lies in the fact that a third party, not Psy himself, picked up the medications. The police are now looking into the matter to determine if the actions broke the law.
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Furthermore, P NATION apologised for causing worry among fans and the public. They promised to cooperate fully with the investigation and expressed regret for the situation.
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