A private video of Julie, Kangmin, Yeonho leaked online. Fans are defending them against privacy invasion. Their agencies have not made a statement.
The K-pop community was thrown into a frenzy this weekend as Julie KISS OF LIFE found herself at the center of a brewing scandal involving VERIVERY members Kangmin and Yeonho. The controversy stems from a video that allegedly shows the three idols sharing an intimate moment within a private room. The footage, which spread like wildfire across social media platforms, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), has sparked intense debate, raising serious questions about privacy invasion and the ethics of sharing such content. While the idols' agencies have remained notably silent on this specific incident, the situation has escalated, drawing strong reactions from both concerned fans and critical netizens.
In response to the growing online firestorm, there are strong indications that Julie's agency, S2 Entertainment, is preparing to take a firm stance against the malicious elements of this situation. This is further bolstered by a wave of support from dedicated fans who are vehemently defending the idols' right to privacy. The fans' primary argument hinges on the questionable origin of the video and its grainy quality, which they believe makes it impossible to confirm the identities of those involved. This collective defense suggests that any official action from the agency will have significant backing from the fandom, creating a united front against what many are calling a severe violation.
Source: Koreaboo
Viral Video of Julie, Kangmin, and Yeonho in Private Room
The core of the scandal is a video that surfaced online this past weekend, allegedly showing Julie, Kangmin, and Yeonho in a private room. The clip, which appears to be a compilation of moments, depicts the three interacting in a familiar and comfortable manner.
In one segment, Julie is seen lying down with Kangmin seated beside her, playfully poking her and gently running his fingers through her hair. In another moment, as Julie prepares to leave the room, Yeonho is captured holding her hand. The nature of these interactions, perceived by many as flirty and displaying public displays of affection (PDA), is what ignited the initial viral reaction.
However, the legitimacy and source of the video are shrouded in mystery and raise major red flags. The footage seems to have been taken without the subjects' knowledge, with many speculating it originated from a security CCTV system. The video was first posted on a website known for hosting explicit and leaked content, which specifically named Julie in the title.
Disturbingly, the source material is suggested to be an extensive four-hour recording, with timestamps showing the activity lasted from late at night into the early morning. A screenshot from the source even appears to show another woman present at one point, adding another layer of complexity to the narrative that the three were completely alone. This questionable origin has led many to doubt the video's context and the intentions behind its leak.
Source: S2 Entertainment
Agency Ready to Sue Malicious Commenters
The viral spread of the private room video has triggered a divided response online. While some netizens were quick to criticize the idols' behavior, a significant number of fans and concerned observers have rushed to their defense, emphasizing the gross invasion of privacy. They firmly believe the video was obtained and distributed without consent, potentially with the malicious intent of damaging the reputations of Julie, Kangmin, Yeonho, and their respective groups.
Many have also tried to debunk the video entirely, arguing that the individuals shown are not even the idols in question.
“Julie cut her hair short by May 7th. She dyed her hair red by April 24th. The clips were so low in quality, you can’t even tell who it is."
“The scary thing is that the clips have been posted. It seems like Julie didn’t know she was being filmed."
“For sure. Hidden cameras in Korea are so scary.”
"This is seriously invasion of privacy."
"About Julie's video:
-It’s a 4h vid of them talking and drinking. Normal AF.
-The video is from MAY and some press decided to publish it now, right before their Japanese debut. COINCIDENCE?
-Another girl was there too, but she’s cut out in most of the propaganda. CONVENIENT."
On a related legal front, S2 Entertainment, the agency for KISS OF LIFE, has publicly reinforced its commitment to protecting its artists. In an official statement released on September 27, the agency announced its ongoing legal battle against malicious online posts, specifically highlighting the "sexual harassment and deepfake content" targeting the group.
The announcement revealed that they had already filed an official complaint in May against a netizen who targeted member Natty with online sexual harassment, resulting in an indictment by prosecutors. The agency vowed to "go after all malicious posts damaging their artists' image or causing irreparable harm to them."
Notably, this strong announcement did not directly mention or address the viral video of Julie of KISS OF LIFE, leaving fans to speculate about their next move. Similarly, the agencies representing Kangmin and Yeonho from VERIVERY have also yet to release any official comment on the situation, maintaining a tense silence as the online discourse continues.
Source: Koreaboo, X, Weibo, Nate Pann
We love you! 
