On April 3, 2025, the K-pop landscape erupted with laughter and skepticism as an individual known as the YG Leaker emerged from the shadows, claiming to be a disgruntled former employee of YG Entertainment. This person took to Discord to unveil secrets regarding various idols, which many in the Korean netizen community quickly dismissed as mere fabrications reminiscent of amateur fanfiction.
Initially, the allure surrounding these revelations was palpable; however, skepticism prevailed as details began to surface. The YG Leaker, asserting a vendetta against YG Entertainment following what they described as wrongful termination, claims to possess terabytes of sensitive information spanning not only YG but also rival giants such as SM Entertainment and HYBE Labels. Among the topics of discussion are shocking relationship claims and internal company grievances, including allegations of a toxic work environment filled with mobbing, racism, and sexism.
The leaker first gained notoriety by sharing a series of videos that purportedly captured members of BLACKPINK using racially insensitive language during their trainee period. This content provoked swift backlash, although the authenticity and context of the clips have since come under intense scrutiny.
As the saga unfolded, fans took to social media to poke fun at the YG Leaker’s attempts, playfully suggesting more unexpected revelations. One user, @90jmv, quipped:
“waiting for YG leaker to actually leak something we didn’t already know or expect.”
Others joined in to challenge the credibility of the leaker’s claims. One Twitter user criticized the gullibility of fans, stating:
“kpop twitter isn’t very smart cuz why did u all just believe someone called ‘YG Leaker’.”
Amidst the humor, the sentiment remained clear: skepticism was rife. As one netizen noted, “I was expecting WAAAAAY worse like this is nothing, the plate is dry.”Another user remarked on the suspicious nature of the leaker’s access to purported dance and music video files, implying a strategy to establish credibility before disseminating unverified allegations.
“the yg leaker is just using some leaked files of dances and mvs to create trust so they can release fake information and sound more trustworthy,”another person commented.
“yg leaker got some old predebut videos and thinks everyone is gonna believe any random shit they make up about idols like i don’t think gaining access to some video files would tell you if an idol is gay or besties with someone,”a user wrote.
Fans even humorously requested the leaker to divulge information about alleged “beefs”between popular idols, taking the accusations in stride:
“dear yg leaker PLEASE leak whatever the beef is between jeongyeon and jimin pls, thank you in advance,”a netizen joked.
As the conversation continued, some fervently argued against the credulity of the leaks, suggesting the leaker was merely seeking attention and fame. One fervent critic declared:
“This so-called YG Leaker is nothing more than a crazy toxic KPOP TWT user who just wants ‘fame’ & attention at all costs. Don’t believe a word they say.”a fan remarked.
Another user highlighted the bizarre nature of the situation, questioning how someone claiming to have extensive leaks would operate anonymously on Discord without any financial incentive:
“this yg leaker, who seems to only be speaking in English, has TERABYTES of leaks, revealed the majority of their information with no evidence rather than their word, for no financial gain, and is doing it all on discord? that don’t sound odd to yall?”a user added.
Understanding the YG Leaker: Claims and Controversies
The YG Leaker has swiftly gained notoriety within the K-pop community, identifying themselves as a former employee of YG Entertainment. Allegedly motivated by a desire to expose the industry’s darker sides following unfair dismissal, the leaker claims to possess a trove of sensitive material involving major K-pop agencies including SM Entertainment, HYBE Labels, and JYP Entertainment.
Among the leaker’s sensational claims are assertions about personal relationships, such as friendships between BTS’s V and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, and tensions allegedly existing between members of Red Velvet and BLACKPINK. The claims have drawn particular attention due to their provocative nature.
Moreover, the leaker has put forth allegations regarding significant figures like BTS’s RM, claiming he has a boyfriend—a assertion that has amused fans. In addition to personal claims, the leaker has hinted at potential release dates for upcoming music from groups like BTS and BLACKPINK, as well as unreleased demos from Red Velvet and aespa.
Despite the sensational nature of these claims, none have been verified by the idols or associated entertainment firms, leaving fans in a continual state of curiosity and skepticism regarding the truth behind the YG Leaker’s assertions.