The 2024 Hanteo Music Awards became the subject of widespread controversy after an incident occurred during the event on February 18, 2024. The “person who pooped” swiftly became a trending tweet on X (formally Twitter).
Attendees were said to be confronted with an undesirable odor that permeated the venue, leading to visible reactions from artists and audience members. Despite the attempted actions to address the matter, the source of the odor remained unresolved, resulting in discomfort for those in attendance.
A fan who allegedly discharged at the Hanteo Awards Show writes an apology post and offers laundry fees to people who were affected.
– Many artists and fans were uncomfortable by the smell that filled the venue. pic.twitter.com/NVFk4MsChX
— About Music (@AboutMusicYT) February 18, 2024
you know what the smell probably got to him pic.twitter.com/4iDFsYjy9J
— criss (@singerppuppy) February 18, 2024
I saw someone say he was the kid who coughed because of the smell of poop like…bruh😭??but oh my this was literally chaotic I was in the classroom trying to hold back my laughter and failing all day😭😭wtf
— ⑅ ׅ ࣪ Kongddakz ᰋ (@gyugyu_ZB1_) February 18, 2024
you guys i’m losing it like wdym the stench reached the stage pic.twitter.com/IKP8GnxXnx
— AARON (@lidolmix) February 18, 2024
No because the idols were going thru it too😭😭 pic.twitter.com/Gx9LNxDY2I
— Ellia 🦊 (@Ellia87w) February 18, 2024
However, after the event, a social media user with the username @/sunyeo511698vip confessed on Twitter, taking responsibility for the incident and apologizing to those affected. As he expressed regret, he promised to cover any laundry expenses for those who need it.
“Hello. I am the person who pooped their pants at the Hanteo Music Awards… I realized that many people had suffered because of me as I looked through Twitter. I’m sorry for inconveniencing many people. I will remember today’s incident and reflect. I’m sorry once more [for ruining] a good day,” the user stated.
한터 똥 스탠딩 화장실
안녕하세요 한터차트 공연장에서 바지에 변을 본 본인입니다.. 트위터를 보며 저때문에 많은 분들이 힘듦을 겪으셨음을 알게되었습니다. 많은 분들께 불편함을 안겨드려 죄송합니다. 오늘 일 되새기며 반성하겠습니다. 다시 한 번 좋은 날 죄송합니다.
— 삼수녀 (@Sunyeo511698Vip) February 18, 2024
옷에 저의 변이 묻으신 분들은 쪽지로 연락 부탁드립니다. 세탁비 보내드리도록 하겠습니다.
— 삼수녀 (@Sunyeo511698Vip) February 18, 2024
While responses from social media users varied, with some finding humor and stating that this would be part of K-Pop history, others stressed the importance of personal health awareness before attending such public events.
In my 14 years in the K-pop fandom this is the first time I see sth like this happen… This will definitely be part of the kpop iceberg
— Ange 🐣🤍 (@gomiland_) February 18, 2024
yeah this is going straight on the kpop iceberg https://t.co/DdX8p3g9bg
— ࿏ kyle ࿏ (@kyleshabet) February 18, 2024
It may sound funny, but it's actually a serious issue that needs addressing.
Before heading to any venue or elsewhere, it's important to consider checking your physical condition, especially if you're feeling unwell or have the urge to use the restroom.
— Charm | KOY 2.0💄👒 (@missherabitcoin) February 18, 2024
https://twitter.com/jjunikeu/status/1759229834104832123?s=20
https://twitter.com/613__haru/status/1759211724144804230?s=20
the poop lady at hanteo chart awards being a nctzen… https://t.co/dczy7NzsB2
— pao (@soshihao) February 18, 2024
thank god svt didn't show up to the hma poop party bc seungkwan can't hide his face for shitpic.twitter.com/XIxQOOunNg
— rae🎀 (@kentohao) February 18, 2024
https://twitter.com/in_nerve/status/1759229387059191870?s=20
hanteo poop person getting viral than the award show itself #HanteoMusicAwards #HanteoMusicAwards2023 pic.twitter.com/LU0QTy7tDA
— im so happy! (@lele11_24) February 18, 2024
So someone pooped at hanteo music awards and apologized for it on twt and is ready to do laundry for the people whose clothes got their poop pic.twitter.com/5t1fXwmPPM
— emby⁷ (@park07k) February 18, 2024
Speculations also arose about the incident’s authenticity and the person who confessed, as some pointed out the prior social media activity allegedly hinting at the event.
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