TODAY’S PAPER | April 08, 2026 | EPAPER

Did a BLACKPINK fan host a viral X Space targeting BTS? Fans raise concerns

Clips from a viral X Space sparked outrage as fans accuse participants of harmful remarks about BTS members online


Pop Culture & Art April 08, 2026 1 min read

A viral controversy involving BTS and BLACKPINK has ignited online debate after clips from an X Space began circulating.

The audio allegedly features participants making disturbing remarks, including death wishes and offensive claims about BTS members.

The Space was reportedly hosted by a user known as Justine, widely believed, though not officially confirmed, to be a BLACKPINK fan. As clips spread, many fans from BTS’s ARMY community expressed outrage, calling for the account to be reported and urging others not to engage with similar spaces.

The term “HYBE drag house” has also resurfaced, referring to online spaces where artists under HYBE Corporation are criticized. While such discussions are common in fandom rivalries, this incident has drawn attention for allegedly crossing into harassment and hate speech.

The backlash comes at a time when BTS are back in the spotlight following their recent comeback. With heightened visibility, online discourse around the group has intensified, amplifying both support and controversy.

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