A “Yeojun smoking controversy” is starting to make the rounds online after a short screen-recorded clip began circulating among fans. Fans sharing the clip also say it’s from a 2026 live broadcast, but posts don’t agree on an exact date or time. Some mention a fan platform like Weverse Live. Still, none of that has been verified, and the original full live hasn’t been publicly confirmed.
아 시발 존나웃겨 츄추츄추 하면서 아닌척 뱉는거 https://t.co/pWq98ReCuL
— 엄다연 (@muyah00) March 27, 2026
”Oh, it’s so damn funny, that thing where you go “choo-choo” while pretending to hide it.”
Occasional sounds of rhythmic breathing were detected during the audio-only broadcast. This led some viewers to suggest the noises matched the sound of vaping, triggering widespread online discussion.
요즘 아이돌들 담배 ㅈㄴ피는듯
— they call me 곽 (@liegwakgwak) March 27, 2026
예전에는 아이돌 담배피우면 사형인줄알앗는대 https://t.co/4SY5LiNCV5
”Lately, it seems like idols smoke a shit ton of cigarettes. Back in the day, I thought idols smoking was basically a death sentence”
Fans accusing him
- Some fans argue idols are held to a “clean image,” and say even the appearance of smoking could affect the group’s reputation, endorsements, or younger fans.
- Others insist the clip’s body language and visible haze are “proof,” and they’re asking UNCORE to clarify what viewers are seeing.
얘 위버스 라이브 하면서 전담 핌 https://t.co/Vyz6iOldUI pic.twitter.com/6NVL49wlPv
— 말랑시크쨩 (@MALSIZZYANG) March 27, 2026
What’s confirmed vs. what’s alleged right now
Right now, there’s no official confirmation that Yeojun smoked. The claim stems from a viral snippet; no official reports confirm a smoking incident during the 2026 stream.
What is confirmed is Yeojun’s health-related hiatus. UNCORE previously announced he would take a temporary break from activities after being diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis, with the agency emphasizing treatment and recovery in its notice.
