MC Mong Denies Military Service Evasion Allegations in May 2026 Live

Singer and producer MC Mong recently addressed the long-standing controversy regarding his military service exemption during a TikTok live broadcast. The artist clarified the circumstances of his 2012 Supreme Court acquittal and expressed regret over his past handling of the scandal.

Key Facts

• During a May 18, 2026, broadcast, MC Mong stated he was eligible for military exemption prior to the tooth extraction controversy due to a ruptured cruciate ligament and herniated discs.
• He alleged that 1999 X-rays showing 18 collapsed teeth went missing from court records during his legal battles.
• The singer refuted a 2010 report claiming he paid a dentist 80 million won (~$61,500 USD) for extractions, asserting the witness was unreliable.
• In 2012, the Supreme Court acquitted him of intentional tooth extraction for evasion but convicted him of obstruction of official duties for falsely delaying enlistment via civil service exams.
• The artist received a suspended six-month prison sentence and 120 hours of community service for the obstruction charge.
• MC Mong expressed remorse for his 2010 press conference, admitting he felt "pathetic" for reading a script prepared by lawyers.

Key Terms

• Obstruction of Official Duties: The legal charge for which MC Mong was convicted after intentionally delaying his enlistment by falsely applying for civil service examinations.
• Dental Function Evaluation Score: A military medical metric; MC Mong’s score of 45 was below the 50-point threshold required for active duty, leading to his initial 2007 exemption.

Key Quote

"I submitted X-rays from 1999 showing 18 teeth had collapsed at a young age as evidence, but that evidence disappeared. I realized this country is a place where evidence flies away and disappears, but also where evidence can be created." — MC Mong

Next

• MC Mong announced he will pursue legal action without leniency against media outlets or commenters who refer to him as a "military service evader."