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‘Marijuana Recidivist’ Kim Ba-da: 3-Year Prison Term Sought a Month After Comeback Announcement… ‘I’m Deeply Remorseful’

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October 28, 2026

[#item_full_content] Singer Kim Ba-da, formerly of the band Sinawe, is facing a three-year prison term after prosecutors sought the sentence over allegations of marijuana use. ‘Marijuana Recidivist’ Kim Ba-da: 3-Year Prison Term Sought a Month After Comeback Announcement... ‘I’m Deeply Remorseful’ Read More

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