Aspiring Star in 'B: MY BOYZ' Faces Viral Challenge Due to Curious Ties with Taeil and Kim Soo Hyun

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A contestant from the upcoming survival show "B: MY BOYZ" has unexpectedly gone viral, drawing widespread attention due to associations with former NCT member Taeil and actor Kim Soo Hyun.

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The SBS show, designed to create a new global boy group, features contestants from Korea, Japan, China, Thailand, and other countries.

One of them is Moon Jaeil, and his name and face have been a hot topic online.

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Netizens have taken to social media platforms like TikTok, highlighting the contestant's name, Moon Jaeil, which resembles a nickname related to former NCT member Taeil.

The moniker surfaced after a recent controversy about Taeil, and it has appeared in online communities.

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Moreover, observers have noted a resemblance between Moon Jaeil and actor Kim Soo Hyun, adding a layer of interest and sympathy for the contestant.

Fans worry Moon Jaeil's impression of widely-known figures will overshadow the work he does on Good Girl.

While the exact premiere date for "B: MY BOYZ" has yet to be announced, the show's official Twitter account has hinted it will be in June.

The viral chat about Moon Jaeil serves as a reminder of how much reality television participants are thrust into the spotlight and how challenging it can be to stay true to oneself in the midst of public and media attention.

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