GOT7 member Youngjae publicly called out Artone Company on Instagram for failing to fully pay appearance fees from the 2025 musical Again Dream High.
Youngjae, who is currently enlisted in the military, performed in the musical production Again Dream High during its spring 2025 run. The show, a continuation of the 2011 K-drama Dream High, ended its performances in June 2025. In an Instagram post dated June 9, 2026, Youngjae stated that the company had promised to settle the outstanding amount by that date but had not done so. He noted that by August it would be nearly a full year since the issue began and described repeated delays despite partial payments. The idol questioned the value placed on his time and effort, writing that he had wanted an amicable resolution. Artone Company has not issued a public response and has disabled comments on its Instagram account.