Who is Goo Hara? All you need to know as BBC documentary unveils her crucial role in exposing the Burning Sun Scandal 

On Sunday, May 19, BBC revealed the former KARA member, Goo Hara's role in the Burning Sun scandal that unfolded in 2019. BBC released a one-hour-long documentary that showcased the female journalists who were involved in exposing and investing in the secret group chats maintained by famous K-pop idols.

However, they had a heavy price to pay for their bold move, and the same was showcased through BBC's recent documentary. While people were aware of the scandal and what went down, more information regarding how the K-pop stars were exposed was revealed through the documentary and BBC explained that Goo Hara had a huge role to play in the same.

The journalist Kang, who was in contact with her stated that the idol used her connection with F.T. Island's Jong-hoon during her rookie days to help open the gate for the Burning Sun scandal investigation. She reached out to the journalist and her bravery was the very reason behind the case being brought to light.

Additionally, Goo Hara also explained that she also fell victim to the actions of K-pop idols involved in the scandal.

Hara was a very brave woman. During the call, she also confided, 'You know, I am also a victim of revenge p*rn.

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All you need to know about the late KARA member, Goo Hara, who helped unveil the Burning Sun scandal

Recently, BBC released a detailed documentary on the several unveiled sides of the shocking scandal of the Burning Sun. The intricacies were brought forward by the female journalist, Kang, who was involved in the case during its initial breakout.

For those who are unaware, the Burning Sun scandal revolved around a nightclub that was kickstarted by the former BIGBANG member, Seungri. The club was soon exposed with allegations of r*pe, non-consensual s*x, sharing non-consensual videos of women on Kakaotalk group chats, etc.

This chain of events involved not just Seungri, but also other famous K-pop stars such as F.T. Island's Choi Jong-hoon, Highlight's Jong Jun-hyung, CNBLUE's Lee Jong-hyun, etc. In addition, a recent BBC documentary revealed more people who were involved in the controversy, especially those who helped bring the controversy to light.

One of them was the former KARA member, Goo Hara. Goo Hara was born on January 3, 1991, and debuted with the girl group in 2008. Following the same, she also kickstarted her career as a soloist. She not only began creating music in 2015, debuting with her EP Alohara but also starred in South Korean TV series such as City Hunter, It's Okay That's Love, etc.

In the recent documentary, the female journalist, Kang, expressed Goo Hara's crucial role in exposing those involved in the scandal. She was friends with Jong-hoon from their rookie days together. Therefore, when she felt suspicious actions through a group chat, she reached out to Kang.

Here's what the idol said during the phone call:

"Ms. Journalist (Kang), this is Hara. I really want to help you out. Those guys have so many suspicious things on their phones. What you're saying is all true. What can I do to help?"

To help Kang garner more information, Hara herself approached Jonghoon to reel out details from him. Given that it was a brave move from the idol, Kang respected and appreciated her bravery. Kang remarked that it was Goo Hara who opened up the gate for the case, and her aids helped the police to bring the case to light.

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However, around the same year the controversy unfolded, the idol and actress was found dead at her home. People speculated that the cause of the death was most likely suic*de.