A recent encounter between a fan of (G)I-DLE and the group's member Shuhua has ignited a wave of mixed reactions within the fan community, raising questions about privacy and fan interactions.
A Glimpse into the Encounter
The fan, identified as the OP (original poster), shared the details of their encounter on Threads, recounting a meeting with Shuhua at the airport.
According to the post, the fan handed Shuhua a handwritten letter expressing admiration and received a warm response from the idol. The singer, while unable to take a photo due to company restrictions, graciously signed an autograph for the fan.
In the post, the OP expressed admiration for Shuhua's real-life beauty, describing a brief moment when they saw her without her mask. The fan praised Shuhua's elegance, fair skin, and captivating voice, declaring undying loyalty to the idol.
Backlash from the Fan Community
Despite the OP's intention to share a positive and heartfelt encounter, the post quickly became a subject of controversy within the fanbase. Many fans voiced their concerns about revealing Shuhua's whereabouts when she was not on an official schedule.
Some comments reflected this sentiment:
"Can you not post this? If you love her, don't hurt her. Is that too difficult?"
"Uh, everyone's been saying not to bother her and reveal her whereabouts. I don't believe you haven't seen these posts."
"Please delete."
Defense of the Fan's Actions
Conversely, others came to the OP's defense, arguing that if Shuhua herself engaged with the fan, it was not for others to criticize the interaction:
"What are the comments going on about? What's going on? You can't even post about an encounter with a celebrity? You are all crazy. She's a public figure."
"You didn't do anything wrong! If Shuhua accepted the letter, then that means she doesn't think it's a big deal to accept it. If she thinks it's an issue, she would reject it, just like taking a photo. Who are you guys to say things on her behalf? So annoying."
The incident highlights a deeper divide within the fan community, with some emphasizing the importance of respecting idols' privacy, especially during private moments, while others argue for fans' rights to share their positive experiences with their favorite celebrities.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
