Popular Former “I-LAND” Contestant Triggers Scathing Responses With New Fandom Name
A former I-LAND contestant is in hot water after allegedly choosing a fandom name.
Daniel, now known as Kyu, sparked heated reactions following a tweet addressing his fans.
In a new tweet, he called his fans “kyuties” in reference to his name. However, this immediately sparked backlash.
kyuties
— kyu (@kyuded) August 18, 2025
Many people took issue with this as the subfandom of TREASURE‘s Kim Junkyu is referred to as “Kyuties.”
Bro, the name KYUTIES has long been associated with JUNKYU from TREASURE, so it’s already strongly tied to his fandom. Maybe it’s better if you come up with another fandom name that’s more unique and fits your personality now. Oke 👍🏼 https://t.co/lLS5sDq5M2 pic.twitter.com/YsV09pdWjo
— 🌹 | PULSE ON, I'M COMING, BABY❤️🔥 (@jiuwakyuu) August 20, 2025
As the name has been in use even prior to TREASURE’s official debut, it has been used for 6 years.
if this is your fandom name i suggest you change it, junkyu stan already used 'kyuties' for years. https://t.co/LYSt0DzPyG
— junkyu's (@kyuhoer) August 19, 2025
Mates named Junkyu fans "kyuties" since 2019 😌😊😊 Surely you are a creative person and capable of make another name for your fans, thank you https://t.co/0h3hA0XjHA pic.twitter.com/9s8dLGRoQb
— Ary.Rav 💜❤️🔥🌠🎶🌈 (@UsyRav) August 19, 2025
In response to this, Kyu showed no desire to take back his choice.
I’ma call my fans whatever I want gang
— kyu (@kyuded) August 20, 2025
Previously, he gained attention for speaking out about I-LAND. Read more below.
Popular Former “I-LAND” Contestant’s Heated Post About The Show Sparks Divided Reactions
