The heartthrob actor, Byeon Woo-seok, known for his standout performance in the drama 'Lovely Runner', recently graced
Taiwan
with a fan meeting titled 'Summer Letter in Taipei' on June 8, marking a delightful rendezvous with his local admirers.
However, amidst the fervor of fandom, reports surfaced of alarming intrusions into Byeon Woo-seok's personal space.
According to Jayu Times, some ardent supporters, known colloquially as 'Stans', allegedly went to extreme lengths to track down their idol during his stay in Taiwan. Instances included reserving more than ten cars a day to shadow
Byun Woo-seok
's movements and engaging in a hunt for his whereabouts by repeatedly pressing elevator buttons on every floor of his hotel.
Furthermore, incidents of privacy breaches extended beyond the confines of his accommodations, with a swarm of fans reportedly camping outside restaurants frequented by the star post-fan meeting. Despite the invasive behavior, foreign media noted Byun Woo-seok's gracious acknowledgment of his fans' presence, an act of gratitude amidst the chaos.
Sadly, this isn't the first time Byeon Woo-seok has faced such encroachments into his personal life. Instances of overzealous fans infiltrating his unofficial schedules, tailing his vehicle, and intruding upon his private spaces like his residence have previously been reported in Korea. In response to these concerning developments, Byeon Woo-seok's agency,
Baro Entertainment
, issued a stern warning against any actions that violate the actor's privacy, emphasizing the possibility of strict legal repercussions for offenders.
Despite the unwelcome intrusion into his personal affairs, Byeon Woo-seok continues to bask in the glow of his recent success with 'Lovely Runner,' where his portrayal of the charming top star character Ryu Seon-jae earned him much love from viewers. Meanwhile, Byeon Woo-seok soldiers on, actively engaged in hosting his Asia tour fan meeting titled 'Summer Letter'.
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