The bond between BTS’ Jungkook and SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu has long been celebrated by K-pop fans, demonstrating a strong friendship across fandoms. However, Mingyu was recently dragged into controversy amid surrounding viral rumors Jungkookhis personal life.
The controversy began when a user on Twitter suggested that leaks from sasaeng fans were to blame Jungkookhe is a “talentless friend”. Many netizens immediately tagged Mingyusuggesting it may be linked to the viral information, sparking a wave of malicious comments against the SEVENTEEN member.
The online discourse has led to polarized reactions among fans. Some defended themselves Mingyucriticizing netizens for dragging him into an unrelated scandal, while others reminded the community of him Jungkook faced serious privacy violations from sasaengs.
- You can’t drag another idol just because your idol is criticized online. Leave Mingyu out of whatever is going on with Jungkook. He literally just got home from almost a month of concerts. Give him a break 🙂
- Mingyu should start reporting people.
- Is Jungkook being openly stalked and this is what you have to say about it?
Meanwhile, some fans took the opportunity to make jokes and start lighthearted fan wars between the two fandoms.
Despite the playful interactions, netizens remain concerned about the spread of harmful rumors and the potential emotional impact on the idols involved. Both BTS AND SEVENTEEN Fans continue to call for responsible use of social media, urging people not to speculate or perpetuate unverified claims.
The incident highlights the pressures K-pop idols face, particularly when their private lives become fodder for viral rumors and online debates.
Sources: Koreaboo
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