WATERBOMB 2025 Faces Backlash Over Sexual Harassment Allegations After Kwon Eunbi’s Performance
What was meant to be one of the summer’s most anticipated events has turned into a flashpoint for controversy. WATERBOMB 2025 SEOUL, initially making headlines over Kwon Eunbi’s bold performance, is now facing intense backlash not for a performance, but for disturbing reports of harassment and safety violations during the festival.
Kwon Eunbi’s performance at WATERBOMB drew a flood of online reactions. While many praised the idol’s confidence and stage presence as an empowering moment for female artists, others criticized it as overly sexual—triggering misogynistic and objectifying commentary.
However, as heated as the discourse surrounding her stage was, the focus soon shifted to far more serious issues: attendee safety and sexual misconduct at the event itself.
A viral post by the same user who first raised concerns about Eunbi’s alleged harassment also shed light on broader issues experienced at the festival. Accounts of unwanted physical contact, inappropriate water gun targeting, and even alcohol being used instead of water began flooding social media platforms.
“My friend lost her contact lens after getting hit in the eye. Blood vessels burst. Nearby, a group of men joked about shooting women in the cl\*t to turn them on. This place is full of psychopaths,” one user wrote.
Others described similar horror stories: “People sprayed directly into others’ eyes and private parts. Some even used leftover beer. I’ll never come back.”
“I was drenched with a bucket of water and couldn’t breathe. While I gasped for air, a group shot water guns into my face, laughing. My friend had to rescue me.”
These testimonies paint a disturbing picture of rampant disregard for personal boundaries, with many calling it an environment where consent and safety were systematically ignored.
As WATERBOMB expands internationally, critics are demanding stronger safety measures, clear behavioral guidelines, and swift action to prevent future incidents. While the festival is beloved for its high-energy performances and water-themed fun, many now question whether organizers are doing enough to protect attendees especially women.
The concern is no longer just about one idol’s outfit or performance it’s about creating a safe, respectful space where all attendees can enjoy music without fear of harassment or harm.
This controversy serves as a critical reminder for large-scale festivals around the world: entertainment should never come at the expense of safety and dignity. Unless organizers address these serious concerns with transparency and concrete change, even the most exciting events risk being overshadowed by trauma.
As of now, WATERBOMB 2025 organizers have yet to issue a public statement addressing the allegations. Fans and festival-goers alike are watching closely—hoping that this will be the year safety becomes a real priority.
