The K-Pop wave is taking over the world, and there's no stopping it. From young toddlers to senior citizens, everyone seems to enjoy the genre of music these talented artists are showcasing. However, things are not as pretty as they seem. To achieve these perfectionist standards in their craft, idols toil day and night, giving their best. Recent events, however, have cast a dark cloud over the world of South Korean music. Deepfake images of South Korean celebrities are being created and distributed in secret chatrooms on various social media platforms. These chatrooms were initially created to harass ordinary people, but the focus has now shifted to celebrities, making it an issue that needs immediate attention. South Korean Deepfake Porn Scandal: Female K-Pop Idols and Korean Actresses Targeted in Deepfake Videos Crime ‘The New Nth Room’ – Reports.

Not just the advancement in Artificial Intelligence (AI), but SK is also facing a national emergency-like situation in terms of sexual crimes. Recently, NCT member Moon Taeil was ousted from the popular boy band due to alleged sexual misconduct. His agency, SM Entertainment, was quick to react and took the necessary actions to handle the situation. K-Pop might look all glamorous and cool from the outside but there have been some dark forces prevailing inside the industry that not everyone is aware about. There have been multiple scandals and disturbing events of sexual misconduct in the industry.

Jessica’s Alleged Molestation in 2010

One of the most chilling of such events took place in 2010 at the 12th Annual Korea-China Song Festival on December 2, 2010. Many artists and musicians came together to promote their country's music and extend the hand of friendship. However, things took an ugly turn after a fan cam recorded a disturbing sight involving Girls Generation (SNSD) member Jessica Jung. The footage showed a man trying to inappropriately touch Jessica from her behind. The singer, who was quick to sense something wrong, quickly turns to her bandmate Hyoyeon and whispers something to her ear, after which they quickly exchange their places.

If you are wondering why mention this incident now, well, amid the rising cases of sexual misconduct in South Korea, fans have stormed social media with videos from several such old incidents, lashing out at how immoral and characterless one can be while getting carried away by lust. Check out their reactions. NCT Taeil Controversy: Fans Destroy K-Pop Singer’s Merchandise and Burn Photocards Amid His Sexual Misconduct Scandal.

‘K-Pop Has Never and Will Never Be a Safe Space’

‘I Remember Someone Too Touched Yoona’s Behind on Stage’

Wish She Had!

‘That Disgusting Little Creep!’

‘They Got Each Others Back’

‘That Man Is Disgusting’

A fancam from a different angle can, however, provide more clarity or even start a new debate. Regardless, we should always treat fellow human beings with respect and not stoop to such cheap acts. The majority of netizens felt that the man was at fault. What do you think?

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