The incident, which reportedly occurred in July 2025 while Zi Yu was returning from the Yancheng Music Festival, shows the star initially trying to ignore fans by covering himself with a blanket. Eventually, however, he could no longer contain his frustration and shouted at the group of sasaengs who crowded around his seat, filming him relentlessly despite his discomfort.
Fans familiar with Zi Yu, especially from his role as a “handsome monk” in the interactive game Road To Empress, have expressed shock and disgust at his treatment. Comments poured in online, condemning the sasaengs for their aggressive stalking. Many pointed out how disturbing it was that even as Zi Yu shouted at them, none of the fans lowered their cameras.
This isn’t the first time the idol actor has faced such extreme privacy violations. Zi Yu has reportedly faced similar situations multiple times, including instances where he chased away stalkers before filing a police report. The latest viral video has reignited discussions about the dangers of sasaeng culture and the urgent need for greater protection for performers.
