What if your idol's silence on a scandal could cost someone their mental health? Following actress Song Da Eun’s now-deleted TikTok video that showed BTS’s Jimin unexpectedly arriving at her apartment, the internet is ablaze with opinions—but here's the twist: Korean netizens are not just defending the actress; they’re questioning the K-Pop superstar for abandoning her in her time of need.

In the now-viral clip, we see Song Da Eun sprinting out of her apartment to greet Jimin as he steps into the elevator. The moment is light and playful, with Jimin exclaiming, “Oh, you scared me! How did you know I was coming up? I didn’t tell you I was on my way [to surprise you].” But this innocent exchange has ignited a firestorm online, as many believe it highlights an underlying issue of how Jimin has handled the toxic backlash against Song Da Eun.

Months earlier, in a heated TikTok live session, Song Da Eun appeared visibly upset, declaring, “You have no idea what I might expose if I lose my temper.” This emotional outburst was triggered by the relentless cyberbullying she faced, fueled by her relationship with the idol. Her strong words echoed a plea for empathy, saying, “Just because the idol you love loves me doesn’t mean I deserve to be hated.” The emotional toll of such harassment must weigh heavily, especially when she mentions the possibility of lawsuits—a testament to how far the situation had spiraled.

As the dust settles from the release of the video, many netizens have expressed outrage not at Song Da Eun, but at Jimin for his apparent inaction. Comments flooded the internet, suggesting that fans are partly to blame for the chaos surrounding their relationship. One user pointed out, “How could Jimin just stand by while she faces all that alone? If he really loves her, wouldn’t he step up?”

Others shared their disbelief at the hurtful comments directed towards her, hypothesizing, “Imagine how badly she must’ve been harassed to react this way.” The common sentiment among many is that Jimin’s silence is both damaging and puzzling. “His fans swore she was mentally unstable, and turns out it was real all along,” remarked another user, highlighting the contradictions in the narrative spun around her.

Yet, while many rally behind Song Da Eun, there are still fans who express concern about the invasion of privacy that comes with the sharing of such personal moments—after all, Jimin has always been known for his desire for a private life. As of now, Jimin has not responded to the allegations or the video, leaving many to wonder just how this saga will unfold.