Onodela Popko of Asterisk East is back in the spotlight after a 2019 video of her cursing out her bullying members went viral again, amassing over 1.7 million views.
In a recent clip, she recalls a dramatic event where her members allegedly cut off her microphone as she attempted to expose their bullying.
“I was so upset that I ran out anyway and told everyone the truth,” she said, detailing her decision to walk off stage to declare her solo ambitions.
Fans are stunned, calling out the toxic culture in idol groups. Many were appalled by the reaction of her members, who seemed amused rather than concerned during her outburst.
Shortly after the video resurfaced, Onodela shared even more shocking details about her experience, revealing the consistent bullying she faced.
“Although I trained longer… they kept blocking me from getting debuted,” she explained, highlighting how the older members intentionally made her look unprofessional.
The backlash against bullying in the idol industry is gaining traction, and Onodela’s story is a potent reminder of the struggles idols face.
Stay tuned as the situation develops.