Although rare, it is not uncommon for stars to show interest in fans; some even frequented them after persecuting them in various ways, including via social media.
5+ Times K-Pop Idols Caught Hanging Out With Fans
Recently, a K-Pop fan exposed an idol she was a fan of for “sliding” into her direct messages.
In a post on Threads, an anonymous user shared a screenshot of a DM that purportedly came from an idol he was a fan of, claiming that he had sent a DM after her departure from his group.
This is what it’s really like when they contact you privately hahaha
The account was personal, created after he left his group
This DM dates back about six months ago
I stopped following him now that he has a girlfriend
I get so angry when I see it– OP
The message in the DM purportedly from the idol thanked her for her support, saying he was always grateful when she appeared.
Of course I remember! I was so happy when Yuni arrived.
Thank you so much ㅠㅠ Always during our video calls.—DM
Although the fan did not name the idol specifically, it is speculated that he is a member EASTSHINE due to his social media activity. EASTSHINE debuted in 2023, and in mid-2024, two members left the group.
Of the two, former member Cooked he shared multiple updates with a girl purported to be his girlfriend and created his own Instagram account after leaving the group.
You can check out EASTSHINE’s most recent return below.
