ITZY’s Ryujin Apologizes For Inappropriate On-Stage Action Amid Fan Backlash

ITZY’s Ryujin Apologizes For “Inappropriate” Action On Stage, Triggers Outrage

Ryujin is facing backlash after a viral clip from a recent ITZY concert showed her adjusting her shorts on stage, sparking controversy.

The incident began when a video circulated online, showing Ryujin reaching into her jumpsuit to fix it. Many viewers reacted strongly, interpreting the moment as inappropriate.

Soon after, Ryujin addressed the situation during a livestream on July 18, KST. She apologized to fans, explaining that her jumpsuit was riding too high, causing discomfort and even pain. In the moment, she adjusted it without thinking about how it might look.

“Right now, I’m getting a lot of messages from people around me and also getting scolded quite a bit. About that moment when I put my hand inside my pants, I wanted to apologize and clarify things to MIDZY. Let me sit up straight and be serious for a second. First of…” — Ryujin

Ryujin admitted she let her guard down on stage because she feels comfortable around her fans. She also shared that a friend made her reflect on the incident and made her promise never to do it again in public. Despite feeling disappointed in herself, Ryujin joked about bringing scissors next time to avoid such wardrobe issues.

Fans quickly reacted online, many criticizing the fact that Ryujin had to apologize when she was clearly the victim of sexualization. Several pointed out that the viral clips were edited with slow motion and reverse effects to make her actions look worse than they were.

“she’s a victim of sexualisation yet she’s the one apologising???? also, she needs to surround herself with better people because why tf are they throwing her under the bus instead of defending her????” — fan reaction

Others shared the original unedited video to counter misinformation and harassment.

“I feel the need to share the original unedited video because of how widely the maliciously edited clips have spread that led to misinformation and harassment. Ryujin was simply adjusting her outfit between performances. The edited clips intentionally slow down, reverse and loop…” — fan reaction

Fans also expressed frustration over the double standard in K-pop, noting male idols often adjust themselves without backlash.

“kpop is not real cause male idols can get away with itching their balls in public without anyone saying anything but she’s forced to apologise just cause her jumpsuit was uncomfortable and needed adjustment” — fan reaction

Many condemned the friend Ryujin mentioned for making her feel at fault.

“and fuck whoever is that friend because wdym you tell your friend who was just adjusting her concert outfit to reflect?? reflect about what???” — fan reaction