According to Korean media, a fan of the group Seventeen has become the focus of social media after revealing the permanent purchase of a heart-shaped island in Jeollanam-do (Korea), dedicated to member Jeonghan.
This fan shared that from Mokpo city, people can go to the island via Bridge 1004. The island buyer plans to complete the official renaming of the island and develop it in the future before Jeonghan retires.
Jeonghan's fans also clarified their intentions in a supplementary message, explaining that "it's something I can do for him when he's worthy of the whole world", and emphasizing that this action comes entirely from love, without expecting any response.
The fact that fans bought an entire island for their idols made many people admire their wealth and willingness to spend. But many people also felt worried, thinking that this was too idolish behavior. Some netizens described it as a scary obsession.
On the Korean online community, viewers commented in agreement: "If they had that much money, could they still buy Pledis (the management company)?", "This is the most extreme show of duty I have ever seen", "That is their money. If this makes them happy, no one has the right to judge...
This controversy reflects the power of fandom culture, idol culture - one of the important factors that make Kpop a billion-dollar industry.
The enthusiastic fans contribute to the success of Kpop artists and groups. But when fans cross the line with excessive actions, it can affect the lives and privacy of artists.
Jeonghan was born in 1995, debuted as a member of the boy band Seventeen in 2015. In the group, he is the most famous face, especially the large number of fans in the Japanese and Chinese markets.
The male singer enlisted in September 2024 in the form of community service. He is expected to be discharged in June 2026.
