Red Velvet Yeri’s Bold Response To Inappropriate Fan Question Is Gaining Attention
A past incident involving a male fan asking an uncomfortable question during a Red Velvet fan sign has resurfaced online, causing significant backlash.
The controversy began 2 years ago when a male fan repeatedly asked the members if they watched AfreecaTV, a popular Korean video streaming platform known for its controversial content. The question left the members visibly uncomfortable, resulting in an awkward silence during the event.
However, Yeri — the youngest member of Red Velvet — quickly stepped in to diffuse the situation. She responded firmly, saying, “No, we don’t watch that kind of thing… I don’t watch it.” before smoothly transitioning to the next question. Her decisive response has since earned her praise from fans for protecting the group and maintaining the event’s atmosphere.
Do you know the story about our [Yeri] shutting down nonsense?
After a fan sign event, there was a brief Q&A time. A male fan kept shouting, asking if the members watched AfreecaTV. Eventually, they ended up hearing it, and there was an awkward silence… Then the youngest member spoke up, saying, ‘No, we don’t watch that kind of thing. I don’t watch it,’ and moved on to another question. It was so cool… From that day on, I started believing in maknae on top.
— hearthebear via X (formerly known as Twitter)
우리 YR 쌉소리 먹금 일화를 아십니까?
팬싸 끝나고 잠깐 주어진 질문타임에 어느 남팬이 ㅇ프리카ㅌ비 보냐고 계속 외침.. 결국 멤버들도 듣고.. 찾아온 싸한 정적.. 그때 막내가 "아뇨 안봐요 그런거 안봐요" 하고 다른 질문 받아줬음.. 얼마나 멋있던지.. 그날부로 막내온탑을 믿게 됐어요— 반죽 (@hearthebear) September 1, 2022
AfreecaTV has a contentious reputation in South Korea. The platform has been associated with various social issues, including incidents involving requests for sexual favors and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals. Several broadcasters involved in such behavior have faced penalties, such as having their accounts suspended by AfreecaTV. Due to these ongoing problems, the platform has often been criticized in the media for its negative impact on society.
Fans have expressed frustration with the fan’s inappropriate question, arguing that it was highly uncalled for during a fan-focused event. Some also questioned why the staff at the event didn’t step in sooner to prevent the awkward moment from unfolding.
yeri really said get the fuck out I love her sm https://t.co/ajJNFhO8Rt
— Cosmic Cola (@redvelvetfang) October 12, 2024
The fact that the staff didn't intervene before she had to answer 💀💀💀 https://t.co/b8gnpwuWNq
— Yeehy 🎢 // WACK AOTY (@bigmilftaeyeon) October 12, 2024
The question is, why on earth didn’t the staff intervene at all until yeri spoke up? And fuck that ugly ass man https://t.co/sKHvHAuiuo
— Aster🍒 (@TheWitchReveluv) October 13, 2024
Nonetheless, Yeri’s quick thinking and calm demeanor have been widely praised, with many fans lauding her for handling the situation with grace and professionalism.
Though it happened a long time ago, the resurfaced story has caused quite an uproar among Red Velvet fans, especially as conversations around fan etiquette during interactions with their favorite idols increase daily.
