The scandal surrounding former NCT member Taeil has sent shockwaves across South Korea, as chilling details from his first trial have now been made public. For the first time since the crime came to light, we get a closer look at what really unfolded behind closed doors — and it’s far more disturbing than anyone expected.
From courtroom statements to uncovered text messages, the Popular case takes a dark turn as prosecutors reveal a carefully planned crime, while the defense scrambles to claim remorse and push for leniency. But fans aren’t buying it — and neither is the public. As disturbing footage and comments resurface, many now believe the case exposes far more than a single crime.
We dive into everything from the media storm to the online backlash, and the legal maneuvering that may determine how long Taeil actually spends behind bars. Did his so-called remorse come too late? What are the chances of a suspended sentence? And was this really a one-time offense?
This video breaks down the case in full — without speculation, without spin — just the harsh truth of how a K-pop star fell from grace and why the public is demanding real accountability. Don’t miss what could be one of the most defining trials in K-pop history.
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"Taeil's lawyer highlighted his clean public image prior to this case."
This is wild lol. So you think because he was "good" in the past, him raping someone should be overlooked?
The crazy thing is that being an idol should make you hyper aware of the fact that your every move is being watched. It's very easy to not rape someone, and being an idol and knowing you won't get away with it should make you even more aware. The fact that he did this while being an idol means that either he thought he could get away with it or he's genuinely an evil, bad person. No amount of counseling is going to change what a monster he is.
I'm surprised the police even tried to find the rapists…I've heard horror stories of women attacked in S.Korea
This is so much more disturbing than I thought …
What’s unsettling is that they’re other male idols/celebrities like him and the burning sun men that we don’t know about. Like imagine them abusing women behind closed doors and then the next day get in front of a camera and act cute and innocent for their fans. And it’s irritating when their fans say “my faves would never” like stfu, we know nothing about these men that hide behind their fake personas in front of cameras. Taeil is the perfect example you can’t trust these idols.
I'm deeply shocked and disappointed that also member from NCT did this. Taeil is the hyung on NCT and this just isn't 127 behavior. I was in denial the whole time but this just solidified it. I'm deeply upset with him.
I want SM to digitally remove his voice and face from all past NCT. Or simply refilm everything without him. I'm so disappointed.
7 years…dats it nd USA do da smallest thing we get 25 + mane give dat mf life stop playing Korea 😒😒 yall boutta pmo
Unless he’s killed someone mmm-you can’t give life!
Wait what… where have I been????
They had to have done this before, and were not caught, what group of guys just on a whim decide to gang gr8pe a woman…a foreign woman. If not, if thry had of gotten away with this, they were going to do it again.
7:40 There shouldn’t be any factors that directly affect sentencing time. That’s fucking dumb.
I believe that just because someone does something bad, it doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re a bad person. But this ???? No you’re fucking terrible. It was evidently premeditated, AND they took extra measures to hide their guilt. I don’t care what you’ve done in your life or how you live life afterwards, you fucking raped someone. There’s no forgiveness for that. No matter who you are.
Justice would be an eye for an eye.
Shocking how drug users get destroyed but SAers and pedos don’t get really any time or real big issues.
He always gave me a bad vibe but I tried to like him when he was in NCT. Don't have to do that now 🤷🏽♀️
Hey so give him 25 years MINIMUM but we all know Korea won’t do that
Are the identities of the other criminals not known?
I just wished you made longer videos! I feel like your purposefully trying to keep the videos at 10 minutes instead of letting them be longer I know I would watch 20 to 30 minutes or even longer videos from you going into more detail! I know I'm not alone I bet the majority of your subscribers would
HAS AN NCT127 FAN
SORRY TO SAY BUT I DONT BELIEVE THIS
WHERE THE PROOF
STOP WITH LIES AND LEAVE THE MAN ALONE
SHE JUST LIE FOR MONEY
Disgusting. we don't care how many charities you have or that you are still paying for another crappy charge. Surrendered after he got caught. Korea's law suck when it comes to protecting women.
Another disgusting male celebrity trying to buy off freedom he does not deserve.
Final chance… In the words of Slim Shady, life is no Nintendo game.
You don't get an extra life after SA dude.
Edit: also once again alienating and downplaying crimes against foreign women during the KWave is insane… The revenue that country has brought in since the KWave exploded. Thanks to these foreign women and men.
South Korea basically hates women it is so clear that men get away with everything
Why does the justice system in any circumstance think that a sentence of less than minimum 10 years is justified for a crime as big as rape? In what universe is this okay? Obviously, they planned the whole thing, so why is a sentence less than 10 years even considered? Why are we showing sympathy to these men? Being an idol, Taeil, you, out of everyone else, should have known better. Shame on you. I hope you rot in jail, and eventually in hell!
Слушайте девушки сами виноваты,нечего было приезжать в чужую страну,бухать и спать на улице ,это сумасшествие ,Я не верю что он виновен
this is why we shouldn't idolize strangers we don't know.
Korea doesnt protect their women and children. Look what happened with the burning sun. If they can give Johnny Somali 30 years for public harassment why are sexual predators getting not even 1/4th of that sentence? I think Somali is a disgusting piece of shit but the justice system’s treatment of the crimes screams “we only punish foreigners”
Whatever you say I don’t believe
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