Huh Yunjin, a member of LE SSERAFIM, has found herself at the center of controversy after a seemingly lighthearted moment during a livestream unexpectedly escalated into a heated public debate.
On April 5, Yunjin hosted a live broadcast on the fan communication platform Weverse titled “Yunjin at the Han River.” Appearing relaxed and cheerful, she shared that she had come to enjoy the pleasant weather by the riverside. “The weather is so nice. I came to the Han River,” she said, adding that it had been difficult to find a quiet spot due to the number of people out that day.
During the stream, her attention shifted to a patch of flowers nearby. With a bright tone, she told viewers, “I saw some flowers, so I thought I’d pick them and make a bouquet.” She then took out a pair of scissors from her bag and began cutting the flowers, explaining that she wanted to create a small bouquet before heading to work. “It’s just before I leave. They’re so pretty,” she said, even mentioning that she had been considering visiting a flower shop to bring some flowers home.
At first, the moment felt spontaneous and harmless—an idol casually enjoying nature and sharing it with fans. However, the atmosphere quickly changed when a viewer left a comment questioning whether picking flowers in that area was illegal. Caught off guard, Yunjin paused and responded with visible surprise: “Wait a minute… is it illegal to pick flowers at the Han River? Really?”
Realizing the potential issue, she immediately expressed concern and apologized. “I’m really sorry. If that’s true, I’m truly sorry,” she said, her tone shifting from playful to cautious. She then added, half-jokingly but noticeably flustered, “Shh… let’s keep it a secret. Let’s keep it a secret.”
Despite the brief and seemingly minor nature of the incident, the clip quickly spread across social media platforms, where it was dissected and debated by netizens. Some criticized her for being careless and potentially violating public regulations, especially given her status as a public figure. Others, however, defended her, arguing that the act appeared unintentional and that her immediate apology showed accountability.
What began as a quiet, personal livestream moment soon snowballed into a broader conversation about celebrity responsibility, environmental awareness, and how quickly public sentiment can shift in the digital age. For many fans, the situation also highlighted how even the smallest, unscripted actions can carry significant weight when broadcast live to millions.
