BTS ARMY is coming together to support Suga, a member of the group, amidst recent controversies.
The Controversy Surrounding Suga
Reports surfaced that an NCTzen, a fan of K-pop group NCT, was allegedly behind a protest calling for Suga to be removed from BTS. Protest trucks and funeral wreaths were seen outside HYBE headquarters in Seoul, with messages urging the 31-year-old pop star to leave the group following his DUI scooter scandal.
One message read, “7-1=6. ARMY will fill in the gap, so drunk driver SUGA OUT,” hinting at a disgruntled fan organizing the protest. Speculations arose linking the protest organizer to the NCT fandom after their email address, associated with NCT127 fan events, was revealed while seeking funds for the protest.
Upon discovering this connection, ARMYs took to social media to demand an apology from the NCT fandom.
Suga’s Response
Suga was cited by police for riding an electric scooter under the influence on Aug. 6, 2024. The rapper, also known as Agust D, issued a statement on BTS’ official Weverse page addressing the incident.
In his statement, Suga expressed remorse for his actions, admitting to riding the scooter after consuming alcohol and violating traffic laws. He acknowledged his mistake, apologized for any harm caused, and vowed to be more cautious in the future.
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FAQs
Q: What led to the protest against Suga?
A: The protest was allegedly organized by an NCTzen, a fan of K-pop group NCT, calling for Suga to be ousted from BTS following his DUI scooter scandal.
Q: How did ARMYs respond to the protest?
A: ARMYs took to social media demanding an apology from the NCT fandom after discovering the alleged connection between the protest organizer and NCT fan events.
Q: What was Suga’s response to the incident?
A: Suga admitted to his mistake of riding an electric scooter under the influence, apologized for any harm caused, and pledged to be more cautious in the future.
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