Concerns are being raised by Korean netizens regarding the level of sexualization in Taemin's latest mini-album.

Taemin, who debuted at a young age and has become a versatile and talented artist, is known for constantly pushing boundaries and exploring different musical genres to express his artistic vision. Having earned his status as a top idol in the industry, Taemin has become an inspiration to many aspiring idols, gaining a large fan base that supports and admires his work.

However, some Korean netizens have expressed concerns about the level of sexualization in his latest release, "Guilty," and are debating whether the content has gone too far.

One fan shared their thoughts, stating, "When you open the box...you make eye contact with a boy through a peephole. When you open it, that boy is laying on a motel bed. Aren't they crazy?" and "In the zippered bag, there are suspect photos. If you take them out, they're pieces of the boy. After seeing that, I wonder...did I really purchase a legal item?"

Another netizen pointed out a series of potentially provocative images, including pants and underwear on the floor, a photo of Taemin sensually eating ice, and the stylized font spelling out "Guilty."

These elements have sparked further debate, with some fans appreciating the aesthetic appeal while others believe they convey a sexual message that may have crossed a line.

Opinions on TheQoo, a popular Korean online community, were mixed. Some commented, "I don't even think these are sexy, they give off a very Japanese Gravure vibe," "They did cross the line," "Isn't Taemin over 30, why is that fan calling him a boy?" "Hul, what's with the underwear?" "I get he went for this vibe and people are having issues with it but I think it's pretty. It fits the concept well." "These are so shocking," "The photo showing his abs and now the underwear photo..." "I think it crossed the line because it was too obvious," "I think people are making a big fuss over nothing," "I definitely think this crossed the line," "These images are so questionable," "hmm what is this concept?" "He's a grown man so I don't think he's a boy," and "That zippered bag and photos of his body parts...hmmm."

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Actor Lee Min Ho recently shared an unforgettable and embarrassing moment from his early career, revealing how he became a “falling star” at his first Baeksang Arts Awards.

On the December 25th episode of You Quiz on the Block (Episode 274), Lee Min Ho made a guest appearance and reflected on his rise to fame.

The actor, known for his iconic role as Goo Jun Pyo in Boys Over Flowers, won the Best New Actor award at the Baeksang Arts Awards, but it wasn’t just his victory that grabbed attention.

Lee Min Ho recalled, "I was attending the Baeksang for the first time, and I was so excited. Since I wasn’t going as Goo Jun Pyo, but as Lee Min Ho, I styled my hair in a perm and was ready to go." However, things took an unexpected turn when he tripped and fell on the red carpet.

He sighed, recalling, "That day, I fell. I fell and created so many memes. Even now, I look back and think, 'How did I walk that quickly on the red carpet?'"

Laughing at his own clumsiness, he admitted, "I was moving at the speed of light, no composure, no focus. Honestly, more than the joy of winning the award, that day was chaotic and so embarrassing for me."

Though his win was a highlight, Lee Min Ho humorously shared that the incident of tripping overshadowed the excitement of his achievement.

It’s safe to say that while the fall became a funny meme, it also became a lesson in humility for the actor, and a moment that fans still remember to this day.

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