Kim Minki’s bereaved family “do not want a memorial project…will handle everything through legal procedures”

A portrait of Kim Minki in front of the Arko Dream Theater
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, ‘ (Seoul=Yonhap News) Reporter O Boram = The family of the late singer Kim Minki recently expressed that they do not wish for any memorial projects related to the deceased.’,
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, ‘ The deceased, who operated Hakjeon for 33 years, conveyed through a press release on the 29th that they do not wish for memorial performances or projects under the deceased’s name, hoping that the deceased’s works will remain as historical records.’,
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, ‘ They added, “All matters related to the deceased should be carried out through Hakjeon.”‘,
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, ” Although Hakjeon’s small theater closed its doors in March, the staff who worked with Hakjeon will continue the archive work to digitally preserve the records of the deceased’s works on stage. They will also maintain the business name ‘Hakjeon.'”,
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, ‘ The deceased, who was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer and battling the illness, suddenly passed away on the 22nd due to worsening conditions.’,
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, ‘ While the family decided not to accept funeral donations and offerings, some mourners left donations in honor of the deceased. Lee Soo-man, former head of SM Entertainment, donated 50 million won, which the family returned. ‘,
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, ‘ The family stated, “We have returned donations received without a specific purpose, and we will gradually return those which we couldn’t find a way to return through discussions among family members.” They also mentioned plans to donate such funds to an appropriate cause.’,
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, ‘ Moreover, they expressed gratitude, saying, “Throughout the three-day mourning period, we thought ‘Our father lived well,’ and it was a time of tears and laughter. We believe the deceased left with a proud heart.” ‘,
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, ‘ rambo@yna.co.kr’,
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