On January 11, a video shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) showed Sunghoon being closely followed by several fans at Incheon International Airport after returning from his solo schedule in Shanghai, China. The clip captured a chaotic scene where three to four female fans rushed toward Sunghoon as he exited the terminal, even engaging in a physical scuffle to enter the elevator with him.
Notably, the video revealed the absence of visible bodyguards, with only female staff accompanying the idol. As the crowd pressed in to film Sunghoon at an uncomfortably close distance, no personnel appeared to intervene or manage the situation.
The footage quickly went viral, triggering a wave of criticism directed at ENHYPEN’s agency, BELIFT LAB. Fans began trending hashtags like #BELIFTLAB PROTECT SUNGHOON, #항상 성훈이를 지켜줄게 (“We will always protect Sunghoon”), and #BELIFTRespectSUNGHOON to demand accountability and better safety measures.
While fans condemned the insufficient security, some netizens pointed out the ongoing dilemma surrounding idol protection where excessive or minimal security can both become points of controversy.
This incident adds to the growing concerns about celebrity safety, particularly regarding sasaeng behavior and the responsibility of entertainment companies to ensure the well-being of their artists during travel and public appearances.
Sources: Nate
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