"They were there for each other" — SF9's Chani Shares Heartbreaking Tribute to Childhood Friend Moonbin on Instagram
The sudden passing of ASTRO member Moonbin has left many fans and netizens in shock and mourning.
However, none are as affected as his childhood friend and fellow former child actor, SF9's Chani.
Chani's Instagram post on April 22nd showed his childhood pictures with Moonbin, which immediately drew emotional responses from fans.
Many netizens flooded the comments section with messages of support and condolences for Chani and his family, as well as for Moonbin's family, friends, and fans.
Here are some of the reactions from netizens to Chani's post:
"My heart goes out to Chani and Moonbin's loved ones. Rest in peace, Moonbin. You will be missed dearly."
"I can't imagine how hard this must be for Chani. Losing a childhood friend is never easy, and my thoughts are with him during this difficult time."
"It's heartbreaking to see Chani so devastated. I hope he knows that he has a lot of people who love and support him."
"Chani and Moonbin's friendship is truly a beautiful thing. They were there for each other since they were kids, and it's clear that they had a special bond. Rest in peace, Moonbin."
"I'm glad that many artists have decided to delay their comebacks out of respect for Moonbin and his family. It's important to prioritize mourning and healing during times like this."
Seungri Spotted Leaving Korea for China, Explores New Business Ventures
Former BIGBANG member Seungri (real name Lee Seung Hyun) has officially left Korea to explore new ventures in China.
Although Seungri was recently seen spending time with acquaintances in Seoul, it has now been confirmed that he flew to China last month.
In late February, Seungri held a gathering in Cheongdam-dong with industry figures and business associates, sparking some attention.
Sources close to him now reveal that he traveled to China to explore fresh business opportunities.
An insider shared with MyDaily on April 2, “Seungri had been in Korea until recently, but last month he flew to China. He hasn’t revealed specific plans yet, but he is still deeply interested in the entertainment industry and is looking into various new ventures.”
The source continued, “He has no plans to return to Korea for activities at this time. Given the public scrutiny and harsh opinions, he has no intention of returning to his previous career. However, he is looking into the entertainment industry in China, where he believes he can thrive, and he is likely using his connections to make this happen.”
While Seungri is still associated with the Burning Sun scandal in Korea, which continues to affect his reputation, he reportedly keeps in touch with some people he once worked with, including the third-generation heir of a major Korean company.
Another source close to Seungri explained, “It’s true he has distanced himself from the BIGBANG members, but he is still on good terms with people from his past. He has been casually discussing business ideas with them, and now he’s in China looking for new opportunities.”
Seungri’s controversial past remains a shadow over his career. He was at the center of the Burning Sun scandal in 2019, leading to his departure from BIGBANG. He faced nine charges, including habitual gambling, prostitution, filming crimes, and embezzlement. After being sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison, he was released in February 2023 after serving his time.
However, his behavior after his release has continued to draw criticism. Last year, Seungri made headlines again when he suggested bringing G-Dragon to a restaurant event in Cambodia and performed BIGBANG songs at small gatherings, further upsetting the public. His partying lifestyle with no visible signs of remorse sparked more backlash.
Seungri also caused a stir in China when he appeared at a nightclub in Hangzhou on March 18. Chinese media outlets like Sohu.com reported, “He arrived with bodyguards, kept his head down, and remained silent. Despite this, many fans screamed and watched him.”
Chinese netizens expressed their displeasure, with some comments reading, “Foreign criminals shouldn’t be allowed in,” “Why let someone like this into China?” and “He’s gained so much weight since his BIGBANG days.”
