In a recent revelation that has taken the K-pop community by storm, an SM Entertainment trainee, known for his participation in the 'NCT Universe: LASTART' contest, is facing severe backlash over allegations of bullying during his school days. The trainee, Daeyoung, has been put under the spotlight after a netizen shared a post detailing his alleged history of school violence.

The post, which quickly went viral, was made by an individual who claimed to have attended the same school as Daeyoung. The author described Daeyoung as a notorious "iljin" from Daegu, a term used in South Korea to describe individuals or groups with significant influence due to their social status. The post detailed several incidents, including Daeyoung allegedly dragging transfer students to the bathroom as a form of a "welcoming ceremony," engaging in daily fights, and even causing significant damage to the school's infrastructure.

One of the more shocking claims was that Daeyoung once made water balloons using condoms and had a reputation for being a troublemaker. The post also contained screenshots and comments from other netizens, further corroborating the allegations. Some comments pointed out that Daeyoung had a specific name for his crew in school and was known for strangling younger students.

The revelations have led to a wave of criticism against Daeyoung, with many questioning SM Entertainment's vetting process for its trainees. Comments flooded the post, with many expressing their disappointment and shock. One netizen remarked, "How are kids like him able to become trainees? This is so frustrating." Another questioned SM Entertainment's practices, asking, "So SM doesn't do background checks? This is bad, and he can never be an idol."

The controversy has sparked a broader discussion about the responsibility of entertainment companies in South Korea. Many believe that agencies should conduct thorough background checks and even consult with trainees' former classmates and school staff before signing them on. As one netizen pointed out, "At this point, companies need to consider asking the trainees' former classmates and school staff before having them climb aboard."

As the controversy continues to unfold, SM Entertainment has yet to release an official statement regarding the allegations against Daeyoung. The K-pop community awaits further developments, with many fans hoping for a transparent investigation into the matter.

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