A major controversy in the J-pop scene led to the departure of Suzuki Kurumi AKB48following a viral scandal involving several famous idols.
The issue first surfaced in March, when a leaked video from a private meeting quickly spread online. The footage allegedly showed several male and female idols attending a party where alcohol consumption, smoking and provocative drinking games took place. The situation has attracted particular attention due to claims that some participants may be minors.
A widely circulated clip featured Suzuki Yujin’s Shonen Ninja and Suzuki Kurumi appearing physically close, with Kurumi apparently unstable, sparking speculation about alcohol use. Additional names mentioned in online posts further fueled the controversy, although not all details have been officially confirmed.
A few weeks after the incident, Kurumi announced that it would be “graduate” from AKB48 on May 15th. He broke the news directly to fans during the group’s concert on April 10, with the announcement later shared across the group’s official channels.
During her statement, Kurumi expressed regret, acknowledging the concern and disappointment caused to fans. His departure marks the end of nearly a decade with the group, after first joining AKB48 as a trainee at just 12 years old before becoming a full member of the A Team in 2017.
As the scandal continues to generate discussion online, Kurumi’s decision to step down marks a turning point in her career as fans reflect on her long journey with the iconic idol group.
Sources: Yahoo
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