Wonyoung is facing backlash over her behavior at KCON LA 2025 after fans noticed different treatment toward male and female attendees during a meet & greet.
The controversy began after a viral clip from the August 1-3 event showed Wonyoung seemingly ignoring male fans while giving hearts and more interactive gestures to female fans. The quick hi-wave meet & greet event allowed fans to walk past idols, including IVE, to get close interaction.
Some netizens praised Wonyoung for being more affectionate with female fans, saying she “only makes hearts for girls” and “was doing hearts and all cooing at girls until men walked the line.”
i love how she only makes hearts for girls
Others pushed back, saying Wonyoung gave equal attention to fans of all genders during the longer event, accusing critics of “projecting their own ideas” and reading too much into brief moments.
she literally did the same for everyone?
That’s my girl so dont come for me but she’s literally giving everyone equal energy like yall really are delusional and love projecting your own ideas onto these people it’s sad
Misandrists projecting their worldview onto idols, interpreting minor coincidental gestures as deliberate acts of sexism.
Wonyoung has long been a polarizing figure since her IVE debut, dealing with harsh criticism for minor things, like how she eats or her mannerisms. Some netizens have even labeled her a “pick me,” accusing her of trying too hard to appeal to men.
The incident at KCON LA adds to ongoing discussions about how Wonyoung interacts with her fanbase. No official statement has been made by Wonyoung or IVE’s agency regarding this.
Fans and critics continue to monitor the situation as reactions remain mixed.
