[Trigger Warning: Mention of possible suicide]
The K-pop community is still in mourning for ASTRO Moonbin, who unfortunately passed away this April. With this, AROHAs are met with heartwarming actions and words from a SHINee fan.
Here's what happened.
Shawol Comforts AROHAs With Handwritten Letter & Chocolates
On April 23, netizens caught wind of a sincere action made by a Shawol (SHINee fan), following the passing of ASTRO Moonbin.
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On April 22, Twitter user "@LZlZDO8aSJ4xSVl" posted a tweet, featuring a picture of a handwritten letter pasted on a paper bag.
The letter translated:
"I'm a fan of Jonghyun. I came to send my goodbyes and worried that fans weren't eating well, so I'm dropping this bag of chocolates here."
"There's plenty for everyone, so please help yourself and keep them around to eat. (If the bag gets exposed under sunlight, can anyone please move it to a shady corner? Thank you."
고맙습니다
— 🌙빈이로하 (@B_NIROHA) April 23, 2023
감사합니다
초콜릿 빈이사진 보면서
달콤하게 먹었어요💜
빈아
종현이형아 만났어?
멋있지? 형아랑 여행 많이다녀^^ pic.twitter.com/GtO6nCuTF9
Impact On K-pop Community & Industry
Not only did AROHAs in Korea made a memorial site for Moonbin, but also fans from other parts of the world. Various sites were established for people to honor Moonbin and pay their respects. Memorial sites were made in various places such as London, Dallas, Denmark, Los Angeles, Philippines, Australia, and many more.
As for the entertainment industry, numerous live broadcasts were held in memory of Moonbin. Idols on their busy schedules showed their respects by wearing black attire.
Moonbin's dearest friends VIVIZ SinB, SEVENTEEN Seungkwan, and iKON Chanwoo also mourned the idol's passing. The agency Mystic Story also canceled or postponed the activities of Billlie, the girl group of Moonbin's younger sister, Moon Sua.
What do you think of the Shawol's kind actions? Tell us in the comments below.
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