Former manager of Park Na-rae arrested for extortion

9 sourcesUpdated Jul 21, 2026

Park Na-rae’s former managers, including a person identified as A and another named Shin, have been arrested in Seoul on charges related to attempted extortion and alleged embezzlement amid a long-running dispute with the comedian. Police say the suspects pressured Park by threatening to reveal company-related allegations and demanded 10% of the 2024 sales in exchange for staying quiet, while also allegedly siphoning about 30 million won from company funds. The arrests occur as two other former managers are expected to be referred to prosecutors, marking a new phase in the high-profile feud that began with accusations of workplace abuse, defamation, and illegal activities starting last December. Park Na-rae herself has faced investigations and countersuits, including questions surrounding aggravated assault and violations of information and communications network laws, with her denying the allegations and expressing cooperation with investigations. The case has intensified as both sides accuse the other of false statements, workplace misconduct, and financial improprieties, with authorities continuing multiple investigations. The developing sequence of detentions, counterclaims, and ongoing probes underscores a complex, ongoing dispute that has overshadowed Park Na-rae’s public life and professional activities.

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Ground NewsCenterPark Na-Rae's Former Manager Arrested for Demanding 10% of Sales, Promising Not to Expose Anything.

chosun.comOtherPark Na-rae's Manager Arrested Over 10% Demand

biz.chosun.comOtherEx-manager attempts to extort Park Na-rae, gets detained in South Korea

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