The BBC World Service’s investigative team, BBC Eye, sheds light on the dark side of the K-pop industry in their documentary “Burning Sun.” Two courageous Korean journalists, Park Hyo-sil and Kang Kyung-Yoon, delve into sex scandals involving prominent K-pop stars, paying a steep personal price.
In 2016, Park Hyo-sil covered accusations against K-pop star Jung Joon-young, who faced secretly recorded sex footage allegations. As the girlfriend withdrew her claims, public sentiment turned against her, leaving Jung as the victim. Park endured online abuse, phone calls, and even miscarriages. Meanwhile, Jung’s career thrived.
In 2019, new allegations emerged. Kang Kyung-yoon obtained Jung’s chat messages from KakaoTalk, revealing sexually explicit content involving unconscious women. The documentary exposes how these seemingly untouchable celebrities faced justice, while journalists like Kang and Park became targets of trolls.
“Burning Sun” serves as a stark warning about the corrupting influence of sex and power in the K-pop industry. Available on BBC iPlayer and YouTube, it remains a powerful reminder for the future.
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