The K-pop world has been shaken once again by a fresh wave of controversy, this time revolving around allegations of underage partying and inappropriate behavior involving several top male idol groups. What began as a scandal centered on members of THE BOYZ has now reportedly expanded to implicate artists from Stray Kids, ENHYPEN, ATEEZ, and ASTRO, creating a ripple effect across the industry.
The issue intensified when chat screenshots surfaced on the social media platform Threads between June 10 and 11. These conversations, allegedly between female influencers, contained claims of private parties involving top male K-pop idols. According to the messages, some idols not only attended the parties but also engaged in drinking and socializing with individuals who may have been underage. Though none of the idols have confirmed their presence at these events, the allegations alone have fueled widespread concern and debate among fans and industry observers.
Among the names mentioned were ASTRO’s MJ and Cha Eun Woo. One screenshot praised MJ’s looks and drinking skills while stating that Cha Eun Woo was also in attendance and left a lasting impression. The text read, “Even ASTRO was there. MJ was f\*cking handsome. We really had so much fun. He’s so good at drinking. But anyway, it’s Cha Eunwoo for me.” This mention led fans to question the nature of the event and whether company rules or personal boundaries were crossed.
ATEEZ’s Mingi was also mentioned in a separate post, where the person claimed he disguised his identity by stating he worked as a director at a skincare clinic. The post said, “But I really had no clue who he was then, but he was ATEEZ’s Mingi. No wonder everyone kept calling him Mingi, but I just thought he was really a director.” This attempt to allegedly hide his idol status has raised eyebrows among fans, leading to questions about what exactly occurred during these gatherings.
The scandal escalated further with claims implicating members of ENHYPEN and Stray Kids. Another conversation described an extended 10-hour hangout session involving members from THE BOYZ, ENHYPEN, Stray Kids, and ATEEZ, calling the experience “legendarily fun.” Another user described the event as “a meeting of f\*cking handsome people,” expressing emotional attachment to the time spent with them. Although the identities of the chat participants remain anonymous and the source of the screenshots unverified, the accusations have stirred intense speculation online.
As of now, none of the agencies representing the accused idols have made official statements addressing the claims. Meanwhile, fans remain divided—some demanding accountability, others calling for caution and the need to verify facts before drawing conclusions. With the controversy gaining momentum and the reputations of several high-profile idols on the line, the K-pop community awaits further developments and clarity in what could be one of the year’s most talked-about industry scandals.
