Fantagio, the agency of the group ASTRO, has announced the closure of the memorial space for Moonbin, who passed away this April, apparently due to 'false information being indiscriminately spread on social media.'

On the 3rd, Fantagio posted on the official fan cafe, clarifying, 

'Currently, false information related to Moon's Space at Sununsa is being indiscriminately spread on social media, and we are posting this notice to correct the facts. First, Fantagio has not made any kind of agreement, pact, or contract with Sununsa, and there is no financial interest involved.'

Regarding the relocation of Moon's Space from Guukcheongsa to Sununsa, Fantagio explained, 

'It was to ensure the safety of visitors during the winter and to place a permanent memorial tablet for Moonbin. Due to the fact that Guukcheongsa is a branch of Sununsa, the decision was made to move to Sununsa.'

They continued, 'The claim that Fantagio profits financially from the temple stay operated by Sununsa is a clear falsehood. We have already announced on November 23 that the temple stay is operated directly by Sununsa, independent of Fantagio, and we hope there is no misunderstanding.'

Fantagio reiterated, 'Out of concern that Aroha (the official fandom name) might suddenly need a place to stay in an unexpected situation, the monks at Sununsa graciously offered free lodging and meals. We assure that there was no profit motive other than consideration from both us and the monks of Sununsa.'

Fantagio stated, 'After deep discussion and in accordance with the opinions of Aroha, we have decided to immediately close Moon's Space at Sununsa on December 3rd at 8 PM. Our staff went to Sununsa with a heart only for Moonbin and prepared the space with great care for several days. We earnestly request that you do not distort or provoke Fantagio staff's feelings for Moonbin.'

Finally, 'We clearly state that Fantagio has no financial interests with Sununsa and announce that we will take strong legal action against the distribution of false rumors in the future. We thank the monks and officials of Sununsa for accommodating Moon's Space at Guukcheongsa and apologize for any concern caused by the controversy surrounding Moon's Space.'

Previously, ASTRO's fandom claimed that Fantagio moved Moonbin's memorial space 4 hours away from Seoul and displayed his personal belongings despite strong opposition from fans, accusing the agency of exploiting his life for tourism. 

An online flyer titled 'Condemning Fantagio' containing these allegations was circulated on social media.

Moonbin, who debuted as a member of the six-member boy group ASTRO in 2016, was active with various songs like 'Baby,' 'Crazy Sexy Cool,' 'Confession,' 'I'll Be There,' and 'Candy Sugar Pop.'

This year, he released the mini-album 'INCENSE' with fellow member Sanha in the unit Moonbin&Sanha and conducted a fan-con world tour. He also served as an MC for MBC M and MBC Every1's music show 'Show Champion' for 2 years and 8 months.