An Idol Harassed by Fan During Brisbane Concert – Netizens Demand Respect for Idol Boundaries

On April 22, during B.I performance in Brisbane, Australia, he made his way through the crowd, engaging fans with his signature warm fan service.

However, a moment of connection turned into a violation when a fan kissed B.I on the cheek without consent during a hug.

Although B.I remained professional and continued performing without disruption, videos of the encounter quickly surfaced online, igniting widespread backlash and concern from fans.

Netizens expressed outrage, highlighting how serious such behavior is, even if committed in a moment of excitement:

He may be too generous with fan service for his own good, but kissing someone without consent is never okay, in any context.
Rewatched the vids & someone went to hug and KISS him on the cheek???? So disrespectful.

Many pointed out that B.I has previously expressed discomfort with people touching his face, making the incident even more distressing for longtime fans:

We shouldn’t exploit his kindness. Just because he offers close fan service doesn’t mean we’re entitled to invade his space.

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The conversation has since shifted toward artist safety and concert etiquette, with calls for tighter security and clearer boundaries at fan-engagement events. While fan enthusiasm is a key part of K-pop culture, so is respect—and this moment served as a reminder that idols deserve personal space just like anyone else.

As B.I continues his world tour, fans are hoping both the artist and his management will implement stronger safeguards to prevent such incidents in the future.