Fans Call Out NCT Yuta’s “Unfair And Cruel” Mistreatment By SM Entertainment

This is not the first time fans have called out Yuta’s treatment.

In the last year, multiple members of NCT have released solo music, both singles and albums. Taeyong was the first to release his solo album, followed by Doyoung, Yuta, and Jaehyun.

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While many fans have been excited about the group’s release of such diverse music, some have felt that SM Entertainment has not treated all the members equally in their promotions. In particular, fans have pointed out issues with Yuta’s solo album promotions.

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Following the release of Jaehyun’s J, the digital version of Yuta’s Depth was released on October 3. Two days after this, his Japanese solo debut and showcase tour, Hope, began.

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Many fans had requested SM Entertainment promote Yuta’s release and tour more often on NCT’s accounts during the pre-release time, but recent actions have relaunched complaints.

Usually, when an NCT member releases music, the group’s accounts will change to reflect it. However, even after the release of Depth, the account remained with a layout promoting Jaehyun’s J, and later changed to reflect the idol’s upcoming single “Unconditional.”

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Fans also noted differences in promotion on the group’s Instagram accounts. Many pointed out that Yuta’s solo tour announcement received a single post, while Jaehyun’s fan concerts were given two different 12-post spreads.

It was also pointed out that this happened with teasers for Yuta’s upcoming physical album, with the idol again getting single photo posts.

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Fans are not blaming Jaehyun for the difference in promotion but have specifically accused SM Entertainment of preferential and unfair treatment.

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