Former NCT member Taeil has set his Instagram account to private, a move that follows his removal from the group amid serious sexual offense allegations. This development comes shortly after the scandal surfaced, leading to widespread reactions from fans and fellow group members.
Taeil’s Social Media Silence Ends with Account Privatization
On September 4, Taeil’s Instagram account, which boasted 4.9 million followers, was switched to private mode. This marks his first social media activity since SM Entertainment announced his departure from NCT due to a sexual offense case. The announcement was made on August 28, when the agency confirmed Taeil’s removal from the group and expressed deep regret over the situation. SM Entertainment also pledged full cooperation with the ongoing police investigation.
Group Members Cut Ties on Social Media
Following the announcement, there was a noticeable change in how NCT members interacted with Taeil online. The official NCT Instagram accounts, including those for NCT 127, unfollowed Taeil. Several individual members took similar actions:
Taeyong: Unfollowed Taeil, cleared his entire following list, and deleted multiple posts featuring Taeil.
Doyoung: Unfollowed Taeil and removed all accounts he was following.
Haechan and Johnny: Both unfollowed Taeil’s account.
Winwin, Mark, and Jungwoo: Also unfollowed Taeil, signaling the group’s collective distancing from the former member.
Fan Reactions and Impact on Fandom
Taeil’s social media activity had been subdued following the scandal, with his Instagram remaining inactive until the recent update. Since the allegations became public, his follower count has dropped by over 1.1 million. The fan community has reacted strongly, with many choosing to withdraw their support. Numerous fan sites dedicated to Taeil have shut down, and some fans have even destroyed merchandise, including burning photo cards.
Ongoing Investigation and Industry Repercussions
As the investigation continues, SM Entertainment is actively removing all mentions of Taeil from NCT-related content. The situation is still evolving, with both fans and the entertainment industry closely watching for further developments.
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