BTS’ fans defend Suga as rapper faces backlash for drunk driving
controversy after being accused of drunk driving. In the days that followed, the singer faced significant backlash, with trucks demanding his removal from the seven-member group spotted around Seoul, South Korea. Here's a breakdown of the controversy:
According to reports from Koreaboo, several trucks were seen in Seoul protesting against Suga, calling for his expulsion from the globally renowned K-pop group.
One of the protest messages on the trucks labeled Suga a «criminal» and stated, «He told his fans to be confident, but returned with a DUI. Drunk driver Suga, today is D-Day to leave the group. 7-1=6. Armys will complete the group. Drunk driver Suga out. Kick Suga out of BTS. We don't need a criminal who deceives fans. Suga, leave the group on your own before things get worse.»
The protest trucks reportedly traveled routes that included the road in front of HYBE, the agency managing BTS.
After images of the protest trucks circulated on social media, BTS ARMY members quickly rallied in support of Suga. One fan dismissed the calls for Suga's removal as «absurd,» while another urged protesters to «stop spreading lies.»
One fan commented, «This is the most ridiculous thing I’ve seen in a while. Sending trucks is pointless when the police are already investigating. Don’t do things just because you want to.» Another fan added, «Anti-fans brought the trucks with notifications to remove Suga from the group!!! The news said the ARMY did it! NOOOO!!! Rumors and lies!!!»
The controversy surrounding Suga began
