JTBC Denies All Rumors of World Cup Broadcast → Drama & Variety Production Halt: "Proceeding as Normal" [Roundup]

[Sportschosun Reporter Baek Ji-eun] JTBC has denied all rumors regarding the suspension of broadcast production.

On the 24th, JTBC stated, "We will suspend all broadcasts without disruption, including the final match of the 2026 FIFA CONCACAF World Cup currently underway. We plan to deliver vivid coverage of the World Cup venues, including the South Korean national team's matches and the tournament finals. We ask that you not be mistaken by this incorrect information.

6 billion won in securitized loans. Major affiliates such as JoongAng Holdings, Contentree JoongAng, JoongAng P&I, and Megabox JoongAng filed for the commencement of rehabilitation proceedings on the 14th, and JTBC also submitted a rehabilitation application. In response, JNN, a media outlet affiliated with Japan's TBS, reported on the 23rd, "It has been confirmed that JTBC has not yet paid a portion of the broadcasting rights fees to FIFA.

If the fees are not paid within the deadline, there is a possibility that broadcasting of tournament matches starting on the 29th in Korea will be suspended. " It is reported that during the representative questioning held at the Seoul Bankruptcy Court on this day, JTBC discussed issues such as the World Cup and Olympic broadcasting rights contract and financing plans. Furthermore, they dismissed rumors by releasing a statement correcting related reports.

In addition, they denied rumors regarding the suspension of drama and variety program production. Previously, rumors had circulated that filming for the new drama "Rediscovery of Love" would be halted for a month, and that variety programs, with the exception of "Please Take Care of My Refrigerator" and "Love War," would also be suspended.

JTBC clarified, "The decision regarding 'Rediscovery of Love' was made to improve the script's quality and to take the rainy season into account. We are also preparing to resume normal recording for all variety programs in accordance with the season schedule.

" However, as the commencement of rehabilitation proceedings and the application of the voluntary restructuring support program requested by JTBC have not yet been confirmed, attention is focused on JTBC's future moves. Reporter Baek Ji-eun silk781220@sportschosun.com