Viral Reel Exposes Traumatic Block B Fan Sign Experience From 12 Years Ago
Recently, an Instagram reel of a fan revealing her traumatic experience at a fan sign went viral. She revealed that she attended a Block B fan sign event about 12 years ago. Back then, they would write questions on post-it notes for the members to answer. The fan, only 15 years old at the time, was eager to interact with her favorite idols.
Although U-Kwon wasn’t her bias, she still left him a note asking, “What animal do I look like?” But to this, she received the most unexpected answer. U-Kwon wrote back: “A pig.”
This blunt and seemingly insensitive response deeply hurt the young fan, turning what should have been a cherished memory into a painful one. The reel quickly gained traction, with thousands of fans expressing their shock and empathy.
As the story spread like wildfire across K-Pop fan communities, it reignited conversations about idol conduct and fan interactions.
Have you ever heard of a naked mole rat? He literally wrote that I look like a naked mole-rat. I didn’t get hurt by it because I wasn’t really into him, and he was known for his rude attitude to fans. I mean, no one’s perfect, but he was a bit too rude for saying that to a 15-year-old. So he basically wrote a hate comment on my post-it.
— OP
U-Kwon Responds to Controversy as Netizens Recall His “Bad Personality”
While many other netizens shared their fan-sign experiences with him, U-Kwon showed up in the comments. In a surprising move, U-Kwon himself addressed the resurfaced incident, stating, “I’m so sorry. I think I was out of my mind back then. I will live while reflecting on it.”
Despite his apology, the comments section was flooded with reactions from long-time K-Pop fans.
No excuses needed, I am sorry…
— U-Kwon
Netizens agreed he was famous back then for having a bad personality. Many shared similar sentiments, recalling his past reputation.
“His personality is just…” “U-Kwon…he was famous back then LOL.” “He was famous for being like that. I used to be a Block B fan back then, but I didn’t like him.” “What is wrong with him…” “Why would he say that to a 15-year-old baby…” Meanwhile, check out the full video below.
The Enduring Impact of Idol-Fan Interactions
This viral incident serves as a stark reminder of the lasting impact idols’ words can have on their fans, even years later.
The fan’s brave sharing sparked important discussions within the K-Pop community.
