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Global K-pop fans are expressing shock and outrage after watching a BBC documentary on the 2019 “Burning Sun Gate” scandal, which aired on the 19th. The hour-long documentary delves into the dark side of the K-pop industry.
The BBC released the documentary in multiple languages, including Korean, English, and Chinese, prompting widespread international reactions. Viewers across the globe were appalled by the light sentences handed down to the involved celebrities. One viewer commented, “It’s shocking that they still have fans despite their disgusting actions,” while another said, “South Korea seriously needs to reevaluate its legal system.”
One viewer criticized the idol culture, saying, “The concept of K-pop idols is flawed. Elevating ordinary people to ‘idol’ status has led to these situations.” In China, reactions were equally intense. A Chinese viewer remarked, “It’s appalling that some people still mock the victims, saying they brought it upon themselves.”
The documentary’s reexamination of the Burning Sun scandal also reignited criticism of the police officers allegedly involved with the entertainment industry. News that the officer referred to as the “Police Chief” in the scandal is currently working at the Songpa Police Station has led to calls for his dismissal. One community user even posted about filing a complaint with the inspection office, encouraging others to join in.
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