Investigative Planning 'Straight' to Highlight 5·18 Distortion Forum and 'Nolboo' Corporate Rehabilitation Reality

MBC 'Straight' will broadcast two investigative reports dealing with major issues in our society on Sunday, August 30, at 8:30 PM.

Controversy over Distortion and Disparagement of the 5·18 Democratization Movement

The 'New History National Movement' forum held at the National Assembly on the 13th by People Power Party lawmaker Lee Jin-sook is facing criticism for distorting the 5·18 Democratization Movement and disparaging its victims. 'Straight' tracks the background of the forum's holding and the profiles of its participants. In particular, it focuses on the reality of Heo Hwa-pyeong, who was a key power figure in the Chun Doo-hwan regime, and the Mirae Hankook Foundation, where he serves as chairman. Additionally, it examines the institutional loopholes that prevent sanctions despite repeated remarks denying the constitutional order within the National Assembly, and looks at response cases from overseas parliaments.

The Hidden Side of 'Nolboo's' Corporate Rehabilitation Application

The first-generation dining franchise 'Nolboo', which recorded annual sales of 120 billion won, applied for corporate rehabilitation in court last month. Employees and franchisees are pointing to the current management as the cause of the deteriorating business conditions. In particular, criticism against Kim Yong-wi, who has held the position of CEO since the summer of 2024, is intense. Kim is a former exclusive photographer for former President Yoon Suk-yeol and is currently also active as the exclusive photographer for former People Power Party leader Han Dong-hoon. The production team investigated the circumstances of Kim's recruitment, the management methods of the major shareholder NB Holdings, and allegations of workplace bullying within the company.

Source: MBC Press Release

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