8TURN’s leader Jaeyun recently caused a stir online after an innocent chat with fans took an unexpected turn. The idol’s use of a specific emoji led to a surprising discussion about the term “mpreg,” leaving fans shocked and amused.
During a conversation on a fan communication app, Jaeyun mentioned feeling full after eating. He used the male pregnant emoji (🤰♂️), a common joke in Korean online culture to humorously indicate overeating. However, fans quickly connected the emoji to the term “mpreg,” short for male pregnancy—a popular trope in fanfiction.
Confused by the sudden shift in reactions, Jaeyun asked in English:
Jaeyun: It’s hard to eat ssam so just go for meat garlic sesame leaves and ssamjang.
Jaeyun:“mpreg? what is mpreg?”
The question sent shockwaves across social media, as idols rarely engage with such niche internet slang. Fans flooded platforms like Twitter (now X) with hilarious and stunned reactions.
“Can’t believe we got Jaeyun talking about mpreg before that comeback announcement.” — @maengguz
“WHO THE FUCK IS TALKING ABOUT MPREG ON PLUS CHAT 😭😭😭” — @lichuuli
“Never thought I’d see the day where an actual idol says the word mpreg to fans 😭 AND IT WASN’T NCT???” — @alwaysbewichu
oh wow hi the mpreg man is jaeyun of 8turn pls tune in theyre so talented and funny (they’re also doing a european tour rn so buy tickets quick) pic.twitter.com/VK5B1wzFyL
The term “mpreg” originates from fanfiction, particularly in BL (boys’ love) stories, where male characters experience pregnancy—often in fantastical or sci-fi settings. While not inherently explicit, the trope is sometimes linked to mature content, making Jaeyun’s unaware mention even funnier to fans.
Some netizens joked about the sudden shift in conversation:
Jaeyun, seemingly unfazed, continued chatting about food, saying:
“It’s hard to eat ssam so just go for meat, garlic, sesame leaves, and ssamjang.”
This lighthearted moment highlights how K-pop idols sometimes unintentionally stumble into internet subcultures, leading to viral moments. Fans praised Jaeyun for his candidness, with many hoping he never learns the full meaning of “mpreg” to preserve his innocence.
8TURN, a 5th-generation boy group under MNH Entertainment, debuted in 2023 and has been gaining attention for their music and member interactions. Jaeyun, as the leader, often engages with fans, but this unexpected topic has become one of their most talked-about moments yet.
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