Popular K-pop artists BTS member V and boy group NCT have spoken out against increasingly dangerous fan behavior at airports, following multiple incidents where overzealous supporters physically attacked staff members and caused significant flight disruptions. The incidents have highlighted growing concerns about fan safety and the need for better crowd control measures at major transportation hubs.
Recent airport encounters have escalated to unprecedented levels of violence, with reports of fans biting security personnel and airline staff members during attempts to get closer to their favorite celebrities. These extreme actions have resulted in several flight cancellations and delays, affecting not only the artists' schedules but also hundreds of regular passengers who were caught up in the chaos.
BTS member V, whose real name is Kim Taehyung, addressed the situation through social media, expressing deep concern about the safety risks posed by such aggressive fan behavior. He emphasized that while he appreciates fan support, the physical harm being inflicted on innocent staff members is completely unacceptable and goes against everything he stands for as an artist.
Similarly, members of NCT have voiced their dismay over the escalating situations at airports worldwide. The group's management company has reported multiple instances where their staff and airport personnel have been injured during what should have been routine travel procedures, with some incidents requiring medical attention for the victims.
Aviation industry officials have begun implementing stricter security protocols and considering additional measures to protect both celebrities and airport staff from dangerous fan encounters. Several major airports are now reviewing their celebrity handling procedures and exploring partnerships with entertainment companies to develop safer protocols for high-profile departures and arrivals, while law enforcement agencies are investigating the most serious assault cases involving fan violence.
