Felix, a member of the popular K-pop group Stray Kids, found himself at the center of a controversy after making an unfortunate comment during a fan interaction. Felix mentioned a Japanese song while communicating with his fans through the LYSN Bubble app, sparking backlash from Korean netizens due to the sensitive nature of the day—Korean Liberation Day.

Felix’s Controversial Comment on Korean Liberation Day

Felix, who frequently uses the LYSN Bubble app to connect with his fans, sent a voice message early in the morning of August 15, 2024. During the broadcast, he mentioned participating in the Shikanoko challenge, which is linked to a Japanese anime. The mention of a Japanese song on Korean Liberation Day was not well received by Korean netizens, who viewed it as a sign of disrespect on such an important and sensitive occasion.

Korean Liberation Day is celebrated every year on August 15 in both South Korea and North Korea. The day marks the liberation of Korea from Japanese colonial rule in 1945, a period that remains a deeply sensitive topic for many Koreans. Felix’s comment was seen as an oversight that hurt the sentiments of those who hold the day in high regard.

Felix’s Apology and Reflection

Following the backlash, Felix was quick to issue an apology. He expressed his regret for the comment and acknowledged his mistake. In his statement, he emphasized his commitment to learning and understanding the significance of such historical events.

“Hello, this is Felix. I would like to apologize to my fans and to everyone who was disappointed by my carelessness. During a voice live broadcast on the early morning of August 15, I mentioned a Japanese song while talking with fans about short-form challenges. I truly apologize for my carelessness on such a meaningful liberation day. I am deeply reflecting on my lack of knowledge about history. I will study, think, and act more carefully in areas where I have been lacking and make sure something like this does not happen again.”

Felix’s prompt apology reflects his understanding of the seriousness of the situation. The incident highlights the importance of being mindful of historical contexts, especially when communicating with a global fanbase.

Thanks to his swift apology, many have forgiven him. Netizens also expressed admiration for his neat and effective apology.

• Good job.
• Now you guys can stop taking hits at this guy and give the one at Yongsan some attention.
• I’m a fan of a different group, but he wrote the apology well, so…?
• In this day and age, we’re lucky he apologized.
• Since he already apologized, it’s fine as long as he doesn’t do it again.
• All is good since he apologized.

Stray Kids’ Recent Activities

Formed by JYP Entertainment, Stray Kids consists of eight members: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. Despite the controversy, the group has been actively promoting their latest comeback. They recently released a new album titled ATE, along with a music video for the title track Chk Chk Boom. The comeback has been well-received by fans, showcasing the group’s continued popularity and success in the K-pop industry.

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