Ive’s Yujin According to reports, he was touched without his consent by a fan at Incheon International Airport Thursday, while the group was preparing for their programs abroad.
The accident occurred between the departure of the group in Shanghai, in China, for a fans’ meeting event. A video shared by the media captured the moment when the fan has reached physical contact with Yujin, pushing the idol to turn and watch the individual.
However, the fan later defended their actions on social media, claiming that the touch was accidental. They explained they were adjusting the phone zoom settings when someone behind them pushed them, contacting the hand with Yujin. The fan also stressed that his prejudice – which means their favorite member – was Jang Wonyoung.
“Didn’t you see me regular my phone to film Jang Wonyoung later? If I really wanted to grumble, the security has not blocked me, so why shouldn’t I do the jang wonyung croppa? Why should I block someone to whom I have no interest?” the fan he said.
The accident aroused renewed requests for more severe security protocols to protect idols during public apparitions, particularly in airports, where these interactions are common. Fans and Netizen expressed concern for the lack of barriers or adequate control of the crowd, which often leaves vulnerable idols to intrusive behavior.
This is not the first time that IVE faces privacy and safety challenges. At the beginning of this year, the group agency, Starship Entertainment, faced a repercussions for Sharing of Yujin’s deepfake content And the colleague member Wonyoung on social media. The agency has issued multiple excuses and has taken disciplinary actions against the member of the staff responsible for the mail.
In May 2024Wonyung has received a specific threat of online death, pushing entertainment for astronavians to report the accident to the police and improve its security. The agency enrolled a further professional security staff, examined the travel routes and promised to undertake a strong legal action against these threats.
