While "Super Show 9" was filled with memories of ELF and Super Junior, the fandom was heartbroken after seeing this idol at the group's concert.
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But this is not the scene that broke the heart of fans but when Kangin himself tried to catch less attention by turning off his Super Junior lightstick and wearing his hoodie to hide his face. It was noticeable how the former idol also slightly crouched his back, seemingly ashamed to be seen by other fans.
Kangin sat next to Minho, but we couldn't see him on the screen when suju greet Minho because he didn't want to be seen, put back his hoodie on and lower down his head ㅠㅡㅠ
— ♡ 8lue INCLUDE HEECHUL (@sjsofabulous) April 16, 2023
this is so cruel, really.. so heartbreaking to watch ㅠㅡㅠ pic.twitter.com/01XlYPcvAc
No. Kangin hiding from the camera when Minho was shown. It would've been even more important to show Kangin. I'm crushed seeing him like this. I miss Kangin so much. It doesn't have to be this way. I am so sorry Kangin. This is not it. 😞https://t.co/w0NcOZxxrF
— ₍ᐢ-𝅔-ᐢ₎☾.ಹ𔓘 (@1of1GRRRL) April 16, 2023
ELFs were particularly heartbroken that Kangin has to do all of these in order to avoid creating misunderstandings that will potentially harm Super Junior.
As a brief context, Kangin's departure isn't exactly a good memory to fans as the idol was embroiled in various scandals before that which affected the group's image.
I wish suju can be braver greet kangin later & not be afraid to show their support in public. Kangin gave Minho space to talk with SJ when he pushed himself to the side, turned off his suju bong and put his black hoodie so people won't notice him. This is so painful to watch 😭 pic.twitter.com/7xkGQlBOW4
— ♡ 8lue INCLUDE HEECHUL (@sjsofabulous) April 17, 2023
Kangin not had only two assault controversies but multiple DUI and hit-and-run cases as well. Initially, some fans were defending him, but after repeat offenses, part of the fandom turned their backs on him which also led to his withdrawal from the group.
On the flip side, fans were warmed by the sight of how Super Junior and Kangin protected each other in their own ways; by not introducing Kangin and by hiding from fans.
READ MORE: Where is Kangin Now? Status of Super Junior's Scandal-Ridden Ex-Member
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Written by Eunice Dawson.
