The group SF9's Rowoon, who is busy with activities, has been criticized by netizens when it became known that he did not receive the vaccine.

On the 25th, during a video call fan meeting, Rowoon revealed that a fan asked him if he already have a vaccine.

At the time, Rowoon said, "I haven't had time yet. If I get the vaccine, I have to take a few days off. That's why I'm testing the PCR once every two days."

At the same time, Rowoon further explained, saying, "During the PCR test, they ask me to be a little gentle."

He even made a reservation to get the vaccine, but Rowoon said, "I'm filming for KBS2's lover, so if I get the vaccine, I have to take a break. “, he added.

In fact, Rowoon has a busy schedule every day.

Currently, Rowoon is filming for 'The King's Affection' with Actress Park Eun-bin, and recently finished SF9's comeback.

In addition, he is scheduled to become an MC with the AOA's Seolhyun at the 'KBS 2021 Gayo Festival' to be held on December 17th.

When Rowoon's remarks became known, some online communities poured out harsh criticism, saying that not being vaccinated was a nuisance.

Some netizens strongly criticized Rowoon for not being vaccinated, such as "I'm working in an environment without a mask, but I get a vaccine", "Even office workers get a vaccine while they're busy", "I'm sure there are a lot of people takes time to get vaccinated even if they're busy."

In particular, it is known that the 'KBS 2021 Song Festival', where Rowoon will be the MC, was initially trying to recruit audiences who had been vaccinated, criticizing the audience, saying, "They are only accepting vaccinated audience right? Then how come the MC's not?"

Some say that there is no reason to criticize Rowoon for not getting the vaccine, as vaccination is not mandatory.

The quarantine authorities explained, "Vaccinations are basically performed only with the person's voluntary consent, so there is no penalty for refusing to be vaccinated."

However, there is a sense of divergence between the guidelines of the quarantine authorities and the social atmosphere, such as singer Lim Chang-jung, who sang a congratulatory song at a wedding without getting vaccinated, and received criticism from public opinion.

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Girls’ Generation’s Sooyoung recently shared on a YouTube variety show that she is a Million Miler, the highest level of frequent flyer status with Korean Air and SkyTeam airlines.

On May 14, during her appearance on the KODE Code YouTube channel, Sooyoung said, “I like traveling, and I fly a lot. My membership level is Million Miler.”

Million Miler (MM) status is only given to people who have flown over 1 million miles on Korean Air or other SkyTeam member airlines.

This status cannot be earned by using credit card points or partnerships—it must come from actual flights. Usually, business travelers, small business owners, or delivery workers who travel overseas frequently reach this level.

Flying economy class, a person would need about 80 round trips to the U.S. to earn Million Miler status. But celebrities like Sooyoung, who often fly first or business class, can reach the milestone faster.

Despite this, some aviation fans say that benefits for Million Milers don’t improve much beyond the previous level, Morning Calm Premium (MP).

MP is also a lifetime tier given after flying 500,000 miles with Korean Air and SkyTeam. It offers benefits that many consider to be better value.

Million Milers do get easier booking, faster baggage delivery, and access to a special phone line, but beyond that, perks are not very different from MP.

Sooyoung jokingly said on the show, “There’s a rumor that airplanes don’t take off unless Million Milers like me are on board,” but this is not true. Airlines confirm that pilots follow strict procedures and will not wait indefinitely for late passengers.

Sometimes ground staff do search for missing passengers in duty-free areas, but the plane’s departure times are strictly controlled.

Her comments sparked mixed reactions among aviation fans, with some feeling that even top-tier travelers don’t get special treatment beyond a certain point.

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