Core Contents Media Employee Exposes Bullying Scandal Surrounding T-ara's Hyomin

A former employee of Core Contents Media has come forward, reigniting discussions about the bullying incident involving T-ara's member Hyomin, stating that "bullying is a fact." The employee, identified as A, posted significant revelations on an online community about the internal dynamics of the girl group over a decade ago. A claims that Hyomin, who joined T-ara due to connections rather than skills, was viewed unfavorably by fellow members.

A detailed how existing T-ara members, known for their strong personalities, contributed to Hyomin's struggles to fit in, noting instances of violence and verbal abuse. When Hyomin was found crying after being attacked by a member, A expressed disbelief but reported that staff members observed the bullying without intervention. Furthermore, A spoke about the prevalence of abuse in the entertainment industry, sharing personal experiences of mistreatment during their time at the company.

Previously, the agency's CEO, Kim Kwang-soo, discussed the T-ara bullying scandal during an appearance on MBN's "GabojaGO," admitting regret for the organization's handling of the situation. He remarked that it was one of his biggest regrets in over 40 years in the entertainment industry, reflecting on how the judgments made affected the members' careers. Kim expressed deep remorse, stating that he fears his actions may have derailed the potential success of the group.

In response, Hyomin released a lengthy statement acknowledging the bullying she experienced as a new member of T-ara. She detailed efforts to seamlessly integrate with the group but faced rampant abuse from existing members. Despite having evidence to support her claims, she stated that the CEO offered to terminate her sister's contract in exchange for her silence, leaving her without an official apology and prompting her to remain silent for 12 years.