The 'Manmin Central Church' previously became embroiled in controversy after its founder and head pastor,, was found to have sexually assaulted 9 female followers over the course of several years. Lee Jaerock, who led a congregation of approximately 13,000 when he initially faced sexual assault accusations, is said to have called himself"the son of god", mentally manipulating his victims with his religious claims.
During the 'PD Note' investigation, it was also pointed out that the 'Manmin Central Church' is the sponsor of an entertainment agency home to a K-Pop boy group. 'PD Note' alleged that several employees and even some of the members of the K-Pop boy group are members of 'Manmin Central Church'. Although 'PD Note' did not mention a specific agency or boy group, fans quickly discovered that the boy group in question was E'LAST.
Evidence that the religious cult is affiliated with E'LAST's agency, E Entertainment, is based on the fact that E Entertainment's"actual" owner is a woman in her early twenties named '', listed as an executive director. It's believed that Lee is a"VIP" follower of 'Manmin Central Church', and was raised"like a daughter" by the older of the twin sister pastors, Lee Sun Hee.
'PD Note' caused greater shock by alluding to the suspicions that 'Lee' may be a"young female child" spoken of in past sermons by the twin pastors and even Lee Jaerock as a"wholesome spirit" brought into the world by god. However, E Entertainment denied any affiliation to this religious cult when contacted by 'PD Note', giving away little details other than that the agency formed an"investment contract" with"other sponsors".