Fans Plan Funeral Wreath Protest For Newly Debuted Idol, Sparking Outrage

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In 2024, when former RIIZE‘s Seunghan (XngHan) was temporarily added to the group again, fans planned protests against it happening.

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RIIZE’s Seunghan

One of these methods that had the greatest impact was sending flower wreaths to SM Entertainment. These flower wreaths are usually used for funerals and send a disturbing message to relay the intensity of fans’ protests.

This seemed to popularize the idea, leading to more idols receiving wreaths.

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Now, a boy group member who has only been active for one month appears to be the next target.

Following the survival show Boys II Planet, the winning trainees were brought together to form ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALD1).

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ALPHA DRIVE ONE | WakeOne

This line-up includes Kim Geonwoo, who was accused of bullying trainees during the show.

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ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Kim Geonwoo | WakeOne

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More recently, the idol was accused of verbally abusing an MBC staff member, who allegedly provided proof to back her allegations. Since then, evidence has been debated, with many demanding a response from WakeOne.

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On X, some against Geonwoo’s continued activities with the group have announced plans to send funeral wreaths to demand answers.

[Condolence Wreath Protest Message Notice]

In response to the currently raised issue, we will be sending condolence wreaths as a means of demanding an official statement and responsible action.

Date & Time: Saturday, February 21 at 12:00 PM
Location: In front of the main gate of the CJ ENM Center

Those who wish to participate individually are asked to focus their messages on expressing a clear position (statement of stance).

— Tweet

Messages on the page directly name Geonwoo, asking for his removal from the group if the allegations are true.

  • “If the power-abuse controversy involving Kim Geon-woo is true, he should leave immediately.”
  • “If it’s false, release a statement. If it’s true, take measures for his withdrawal.”
  • “Any further silence is nothing but implicit agreement.”

Many fans in support of Geonwoo have shared their feelings over the planned protest and frustration with the agency for not addressing the terms.

 

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