In a surprising turn of events, former NCT member Taeil was recently spotted enjoying a night out with friends just days before his highly publicized trial, set for May 12, 2025. Many fans and netizens are raising eyebrows at his carefree demeanor amid ongoing legal troubles.

An eagle-eyed onlooker shared the encounter online, humorously noting, "I saw Moon Taeil previously LOL. Looks like he’s out drinking, with his first trial looming!" The post quickly gained traction.

However, the situation took a more serious tone when another friend of the original poster revealed that Taeil’s companion had requested no photos to be taken, citing that the idol was going through a tough time.

Despite the request, word of the encounter spread like wildfire—thanks to screenshots that circulated after the original post was deleted. The follow-up post amassed over 500,000 views on social media platform X.

Taeil, who has been in the spotlight due to charges related to the alleged rape of a foreign woman, was deemed not a flight risk by the court, allowing him to remain free until further legal proceedings. Following these serious allegations, SM Entertainment announced the immediate termination of his contract on October 15, 2024.

Since debuting with NCT in 2016, Taeil has been a prominent figure in sub-units NCT 127 and NCT U, making his recent actions all the more controversial. Stay tuned as this story unfolds, keeping an eye on the implications it may have for his future.