Ex-MADEIN Gaeun Unfollows Majority of Members, Fueling Speculation of Internal Conflicts

Recent allegations regarding inappropriate conduct involving the CEO of 143 Entertainment, the agency behind the girl group MADEIN, have sparked controversy and led to Gaeun’s departure from the group. In the wake of these accusations, 143 Entertainment has publicly denied any wrongdoing, yet the fallout continues to unfold.

Following the announcement of her exit, Gaeun’s social media activity raised eyebrows. Notably, she chose to unfollow both MADEIN and 143 Entertainment’s official Instagram accounts, while still maintaining her connections with fellow group members. This action suggests that her issues may be primarily with the agency rather than her bandmates.

Unraveling the Unfollowing Drama

Just days after Gaeun’s departure was made public, tensions seemed to escalate as she and several Japanese members of MADEIN, excluding Mashiro, unfollowed each other while the group was engaged in promotional activities in Japan. The motivations behind these unfollowing actions remain unclear, prompting concern among fans that the Japanese members could be experiencing undue pressure from the agency due to their geographical distance from home.

The situation intensified further when most MADEIN members, with the exception of MiU, subsequently unfollowed all accounts on their social media, effectively reducing their “following” count to zero. Speculation is rife that this drastic action was taken under duress from the company. During this period, Gaeun retained her connections with only three members: Mashiro, Yeseo, and Suhye.

Shortly after, Gaeun further distanced herself from the group by unfollowing Suhye, leaving her connections solely with Mashiro and Yeseo.

MiU’s Distinct Actions

In a notable deviation from the others, MiU unfollowed Gaeun yet continued to follow the rest of the group without resetting her following count to zero. This inconsistency raises questions about external pressures from 143 Entertainment and the dynamics within the group. Interestingly, Gaeun liked Mashiro’s recent post but did not engage with MiU’s, which were shared around the same time, further igniting speculation about internal conflicts.

Current Status of MADEIN

Currently, MADEIN has transformed into a six-member group, with the lineup featuring Mashiro, Yeseo (formerly of Kep1er), Suhye, MiU, Serina, and Nagomi. Their promotional activities are primarily focused in Japan, where four out of the six members hail from, which adds another layer to the complexities they face.

The unfolding drama has stirred concerns among fans regarding the group’s internal relationships and the possibly overwhelming pressure being exerted by the agency. Numerous fans have taken to organizing protest trucks directed at 143 Entertainment, demanding transparency and resolution regarding the allegations and the internal turmoil affecting their beloved group.

To stay updated on the ongoing issues and controversies surrounding MADEIN, be sure to check their profiles and social media announcements.

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