The Seungri Burning Sun Scandal refers to the 2019 criminal investigation involving the Burning Sun nightclub in Seoul and the subsequent downfall of BigBang member Seungri. The scandal exposed a network of sexual crimes, corruption, and drug distribution that shook the K-pop industry. Memes surrounding this event often use imagery of Seungri's frequent court appearances or his 'Great Gatsby' persona to contrast his former lifestyle with the legal consequences he faced. They are typically used as commentary on corporate greed, the 'dark side' of entertainment, or the inevitability of hidden secrets coming to light through leaked group chats.