Popular HYBE Idol’s Instagram Post Featuring “ICE” Message Sparks Hugely Divided Reactions

Fans had to defend the idol from hate. Koreaboo 9 minutes ago LE SSERAFIM Chaewon‘s recent Instagram post is going viral after having a “ICE” message, but it has sparked hugely divided reactions. LE SSERAFIM’s Chaewon | @_chaechae_1/Instagram Amid the group’s ongoing shows in the US, Chaewon shared some photos from her time in Seattle. In one of the photos, Chaewon started going viral as netizens noticed the wall used on the post actually said: “ICE OUT NOW.” the gum wall from chaewon's insta post actually says ice out now! pic.twitter.com/e3zZ5J65iO — chaewon 🦋 (@chaewonkimpic) September 23, 2026 It instantly went viral with fans praising Chaewon for the message on her public Instagram post. Yet, netizens also had to defend Chaewon as many tried to criticize the actions, claiming the idol didn’t choose the location due to the mean. They added that when an idol does something wrong or is considered “right-wing,” they know exactly what they are doing, but when an idol does something like this, suddenly, netizens assume they know nothing and can’t be praised. I love when people analyze chaewon's ig posts and find subtle messaging, first it was anti war messages, then queer support, a...