Two years ago when a male fan repeatedly asked the Red Velvet members if they watched AfreecaTV, a Korean video platform known for controversial content. This question made the members uncomfortable, causing an awkward silence.
One of AfreecaTV’s streamers, Jucie Seyeon, is known for her provocative content. However, Red Velvet’s youngest member, Yeri, quickly stepped in to handle the situation. She responded confidently, saying, “No, we don’t watch that kind of thing… I don’t watch it,” and smoothly moved on to the next question. Fans praised Yeri for protecting the group and keeping the event’s mood positive.
A fan on social media recounted the incident, expressing admiration for Yeri’s quick response, which led many to call her “maknae on top”.
AfreecaTV has a controversial reputation in South Korea due to incidents involving inappropriate behavior and exploitation. This has led to criticisms of the platform for its negative impact on society.
Fans expressed frustration over the fan’s inappropriate question, especially since it was asked at a fan-focused event. Some questioned why the staff didn’t intervene earlier.
Despite the awkward moment, Yeri’s calm and professional handling of the situation continues to be praised by fans. Though the event happened a while ago, the story has resurfaced, reigniting discussions about fan behavior and respect during interactions with idols.
