Why Netizens Believe SHINee’s Key Knew All Along About Injection Auntie’s Fake Credentials!
The entire matter has shaken up the Korean entertainment world.
SHINee Key found himself embroiled in the ongoing injection auntie controversy. It caused a huge stir online and later the K-pop idol decided to step away from his television shows temporarily. But now many netizens think that he lied about not knowing injection auntie’s reality. Read on to know more about it and what they are saying online.
Fans Question SHINee’s Key’s Claim About Not Knowing Injection Auntie Was Unlicensed
The entire issue blew up when reports claimed the woman, called injection auntie, gave illegal medical treatments without a proper licence. Key’s agency, SM Entertainment, shared that he met her through a friend and always thought she was a real doctor. He got some treatments at home because it was convenient, but he had no clue about the actual situation until news came out.
Following which, the K-pop star posted an apology online. Key said that he felt sorry for worrying fans and others and chose to leave variety shows right away.
Still, many people aren’t convinced, as an old message from the woman came back into the spotlight where she explained she ran a company linked to medical supplies and cosmetics. She said her husband had years of experience in the field, which gave her extra knowledge, but she never called herself a doctor or skin expert.
With their connection going back so long, some netizens stated that it is not possible that Key was not aware about it. Many netizens expressed strong disappointment and criticism. The entire matter has shaken up several entertainment programmes. Many shows made some changes because of it.
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As of now, fans are split. Many have shown their support towards Key, as they trust him a lot. While others want more details to be out and to hold the K-pop idol accountable.
What are your thoughts?
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First Published: December 18, 2025 4:03 PM
