Whatever a K-pop idol does, it becomes a major talk on social media platforms. Just recently, Super Junior’s Kyuhyun was seen in Netflix’s The Devil’s Plan: Death Room, and during the initial period, viewers loved his gameplay. However, later it took a turn. Viewers criticised his strategies and gameplay. It wasn’t mere criticism, as the hate comments became intense. Following which, his agency released a statement. Read on!
On June 4, 2025, his agency, Antenna, announced plans to take strong legal action against hateful comments in order to protect Kyuhyun and his fans from harmful attacks. The agency mentioned collecting evidence of harmful posts through fan reports and their own monitoring. They also stated how these attacks hurt Kyuhyun’s mental health and worried fans.
The agency promised to pursue legal action against those spreading lies, using abusive language, or harassing him. Lastly, Antenna also vowed to keep protecting their artists, ensuring such acts face consequences under South Korean cyber laws. Fams praised Antenna’s quick response. Whereas others called for stricter laws to fight back against online defamations.
What Exactly Happened?
Super Junior Kyuhyun’s charm and witty side stole the show, but some viewers disliked his gameplay decisions, like forming alliances or outsmarting opponents. Internet users on X criticised him. Well, the backlash escalated quickly. Some posts mocked his career or spread lies about his behaviour on set. However, fans stood strong and defended him. They shared videos of his sweet and kind moments.
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Well, sadly, this isn’t new for K-pop idols or Korean actors. Many of them have faced harsh criticism over small issues. Even though the idols or actors apologise, the hate comments never seem to end and just keep increasing. This is highly concerning as it messes with their mental health. Let’s hope for a safe and healthy environment on social media platforms.
Source: Soompi