Taeil, a 30-year-old integral member of the chart-topping South Korean boy band NCT, has unfortunately parted ways with the group after finding himself embroiled in a police investigation stemming from an unspecified allegation of sexual misconduct, as announced by his agency on Wednesday. Moon Tae-il, his given name, has been formally removed from the ranks of the Billboard 200-acclaimed ensemble, following an announcement by his talent management, SM Entertainment, via a poignant post on X (formerly known as Twitter), as relayed by the Associated Press.
The precise nature of the accusations leveled against the musician remains shrouded in mystery, yet SM Entertainment's statement assures that Taeil is fully cooperating with the authorities in their ongoing investigation.
NCT, the vibrant South Korean collective boasting a diverse roster of 25 members, is segmented into six distinct subunits, among them NCT U and NCT 127, both of which proudly counted Taeil as a cherished member since his debut in 2016. His contributions were instrumental in propelling NCT 127 to notable heights, amassing eight entries on the prestigious Billboard 200 chart, including impressive top-10 placements for albums such as "Sticker: The 3rd Album," "2 Baddies," and "NCT #127: Neo Zone, The 2nd Album," leaving an indelible mark on the music industry.
