Ryujin with hands in pants on stage, even offering an explanation during a live performance? ITZY Ryujin pants controversy (+fan reactions)

The controversy surrounding ITZY's Ryujin's pants began when a scene of her adjusting her outfit during a performance went viral online. We have summarized everything at once, including why Ryujin personally stepped forward to clarify and apologize during a live broadcast on the 19th.

무대에서 바지에 손 넣은 류진, 라이브에서 해명까지? ITZY 류진 바지 논란 (+팬 반응)

A heated debate ensued after a video went viral showing ITZY's Ryujin adjusting her outfit on stage during a performance. Since Ryujin eventually went live to clarify the situation herself, today I will summarize the facts regarding how the controversy over her pants began and what explanation she provided ✨

1. Where did the Ryujin pants controversy start?

The controversy started on the 11th.
The scene of ITZY's 3rd World Tour 'TUNNEL VISION' concert held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Manila, Philippines It was.

📍 Venue: SM Mall of Asia Arena, Manila, Philippines
📅 Date: July 11
🎤 Stage: ITZY World Tour 'TUNNEL VISION'
👖 Situation: Ryujin, wearing a jumpsuit on stage, was captured reaching her hand inside her bottoms to adjust her outfit.

As the video containing this scene spread rapidly through online communities and social media, it escalated into a controversy regarding Ryujin's pants. Although it was only a brief moment, when viewed on screen, it appeared as if her hand had gone in quite deeply, "Why is he acting like that?" I heard that a wide range of opinions poured in, from reactions mixed with curiosity to negative interpretations.

2. Ryujin personally clarifies during live broadcast on the 19th

As the controversy grew Ryujin spoke out personally through a live broadcast on the 19th. .

Ryujin is I received a lot of calls and reprimands from those around me. ...and it is said that they mentioned the recent Ryujin pants controversy first. Following that "I would like to apologize and explain to the fans regarding the act of putting my hands in my pants." They say he started it off.

The specific details of the explanation are as follows.

"The jumpsuit rode up so high it really hurt. I pulled it down without thinking much about it, but when I watched the video again later, even I could see that it was easy to misunderstand."
It looked like I had put too much effort into it. I guess I’ve become too comfortable now.
"It hurt as if the jumpsuit was trying to cut me in half to death, but it was my fault for putting my hands in my pants in public. I will not do that again, especially on stage."

The fact that it was an unconscious action due to severe pain caused by the costume , and The fact that even he was surprised after watching the video again. He honestly admitted it. I will also be careful in terms of stage manners. It amounts to clearly expressing one's determination.

3. Online reactions were mixed.

Public opinion surrounding the controversy over Ryu Jin's pants is definitely split in half.

The side that understands

It is entirely possible that this could happen because of the costume
It makes sense if the outfit is uncomfortable.
A scene lasting only a few seconds was excessively magnified.

The side that feels regrettable

It was inappropriate on stage
I should have been a little more careful.

Even after the clarification, there were both positive reactions calling it "sincere" and opinions saying "he should have been more careful."

4. A controversy regarding the edited video also arose.

The reason the controversy over Ryu Jin's pants grew is It was pointed out that the issue of 'malicious editing' also played a role. There is.
Some overseas fans claimed that the original video was just a brief moment of adjusting the outfit, but a specific community slowed down and played only this scene in reverse. Edited to appear intentionally inappropriate He claimed to have done so and even shared the original video himself.

Domestically as well, opinions emerged that "a trivial scene was blown out of proportion as fans either defended it excessively or, conversely, pushed the issue too hard," but it is said that voices defending the situation have also grown louder as excessive comments, such as those claiming "he keeps touching her body," actually appeared.

5. ITZY's activities continue

Apart from the recent controversy regarding Ryujin's pants, ITZY's activities are continuing as scheduled.

today Third World Tour 'TUNNEL VISION' We are meeting fans all over the world through this,

The fifth fan meeting is also scheduled to be held at the Seoul Olympic Hall for two days from August 8 to 9. Since they say that, I think domestic fans can look forward to it 🔥

💡 Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q. Exactly when and where did the controversy over Ryujin's pants take place?
A. It occurred during the ITZY World Tour 'TUNNEL VISION' performance held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Manila, Philippines on July 11. It became controversial as a video spread showing a scene of her putting her hand inside the bottom of her jumpsuit to adjust her outfit.

Q. Did Ryujin apologize for this controversy?
A. Yes, they personally apologized and clarified through a live broadcast on July 19. They stated, "I am sorry for acting that way on stage," and announced that they would not do so again on stage in the future.

Q. Why did Ryujin explain that he put his hand in his pants?
A. She explained that the jumpsuit rode up too high, causing severe pain, and she pulled the outfit down without thinking. After watching the video again, she admitted that it was understandable that it could be misunderstood.

Q. Was there also a controversy regarding the edited video about Ryujin's pants?
A. Yes, some overseas fans even shared the original video, claiming that a specific community intentionally edited it to look inappropriate by slowing it down and playing it in reverse.