Byeon Woo-seok Faces Another Chaotic Airport Scene as Fans Break Guardrails Ahead of ASEA 2025
On May 28, Byeon Woo-seok was seen at Gimpo International Airport, en route to Yokohama, Japan, where he is scheduled to present an award at Asia Star Entertainer Awards 2025 (ASEA 2025) on May 29. The ceremony will be broadcast live through TBS1, ABEAM, DALLDA, and Naver’s CHZZK platform.
The actor’s attendance is also drawing extra attention due to a highly anticipated reunion with co-star Kim Hye-yoon, with whom he starred in the hit drama Lovely Runner, Kim is set to co-host the event.
A large crowd of fans and media was present to see the rising star off. However, the atmosphere quickly turned chaotic when fans surged forward, toppling the guardrails that had been placed for safety. Despite the commotion, Byeon Woo-seok remained composed, smiling and waving at photographers. But with fans aggressively pushing for selfies and closer access, security struggled to maintain order.
This is not the first time the actor has been involved in an airport controversy. In 2024, he was criticized for having an excessive security presence during an overseas departure from Incheon International Airport. Accompanied by six bodyguards, the team reportedly took over a terminal gate for 10 minutes, issued aggressive warnings to fans, and even used flashlights on other travelers, actions that were widely criticized as disruptive and excessive.
After public backlash, the agency scaled down his security team to three members. However, as this latest incident reveals, the reduced detail may be insufficient to handle growing fan interest and ensure safety at public venues.
With fans now overrunning safety barriers, the event raises new questions about how to better manage celebrity security in public spaces, balancing fan enthusiasm, public safety, and the star’s own comfort.
Looking ahead, Byeon Woo-seok is expected to return to the screen in 2026 with the historical romance drama 21st Century Grand Prince’s Wife, further solidifying his status as one of Korea’s most in-demand rising
