Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Netflix Exposes South Korean Cult JMS Scandal, Impacts K-Pop
A Netflix show revealed a cult called JMS that caused a big stir in South Korea.
The cult's leader, Jung Myung Seok, was accused of bad things.
Even after being in jail, his followers kept the cult going.
The show also talked about how the cult had connections to important people in politics, news, and even the K-pop world.
One K-pop star, Kyoungyoon, admitted he was part of the cult and said he was sorry.
The show brought up questions about how the cult stayed strong and who helped it.
Netflix series 'In the Name of God' exposed the JMS cult, sparking controversy in South Korea.
JMS, led by Jung Myung Seok, was exposed for sexual assault and had ties to politics, media, and the K-pop world.
Jung was convicted of rape in 2008, but his followers kept the cult active during his imprisonment.
The series led to the indictment of Jung again and his second-in-command.
K-pop idol Kyoungyoon of DKZ admitted his association with JMS and apologized to victims.
- Who
- Jung Myung Seok led the JMS cult, which had thousands of followers.
- What
- Netflix's series 'In the Name of God' exposed the JMS cult and its leader Jung Myung Seok.
- When
- The original series was released in March 2023, followed by a sequel revisiting the case.
- Where
- The JMS cult operated in South Korea and internationally.
- Why
- The series exposed the cult's crimes, influence, and resilience, sparking controversy.
Victims and Critics
JMS Cult Members
Justice vs. Denial
Victims and Critics
Demand for Accountability: Those harmed by the cult seek justice and exposure of its wrongdoings.
JMS Cult Members
Cult Members' Defense: Cult members may downplay the severity of the actions or deny the allegations.
- Cult Leader
- Jung Myung Seok
- Conviction
- Rape in 2008
- K-Pop Idol
- Kyoungyoon of DKZ
- Followers
- Thousands
- Allegations
- Sexual Assault
- Second Indictment
- 23 years in prison
- Second in Command
- Jung Jo Eun