On June 16th, videos showing fans trying to catch a glimpse of RIIZE arriving from Taiwan to Korea were widely circulated on online communities.
In the videos, fans surrounding RIIZE crowded into an area with automatic doors, causing the space to become dangerously cramped. Security guards could be heard saying “Be careful“, “Please move back” and “It’s dangerous” in an attempt to control the crowd.
However, the automatic door fell due to the pressure from the crowd, surprising the members and their manager. Anton was seen shaking his head in disbelief at the situation.
The crowd not only disrupted the passage of the general public but also created a potentially dangerous situation. Netizens reacted, “This behavior needs to change“, “Who will compensate for the broken door?” and “It’s too dangerous.”
Since their debut, RIIZE has gained significant popularity but has also faced multiple incidents of excessive behavior from some fans.
In the end, the group’s agency SM Entertainment issued a “Fan Club Etiquette Guide” last January. The notice particularly emphasized avoiding behavior that could pose safety issues in public places like airports.
Despite these efforts, the lack of order persists, leading to calls for stricter regulations.
Meanwhile, RIIZE, who debuted in September last year, released many hit songs including their debut album “Get A Guitar”, “Talk Saxy” and “Love 119”.
They are set to release their first mini-album “RIIZING” at 6 PM on June 17th.