Alarming allegations against Moon Won, the fiancé of Koyote singer Shinji, have taken over South Korean social media, casting a shadow over their impending wedding and triggering widespread concern among fans and the general public.
The controversy erupted following the release of a YouTube video titled “Who’s Taking Our Shinji Away?” on July 3, posted on Shinji’s channel What’s Up With Shinji?. In less than 24 hours, the video amassed over 1.35 million views and more than 30,000 comments—many of them expressing unease, disappointment, and outright disapproval of Shinji’s relationship with Moon Won.
Critics were particularly vocal in the comment section, with top-rated remarks highlighting issues not just about Moon Won’s divorce or single-parent status, but about his character and past actions. One viral comment stated, “It’s not the fact that he’s divorced or a single dad. It’s about the way he’s trying to make that look like a virtue. That’s the real problem.” Others questioned his knowledge of Shinji, with one saying, “You didn’t know who Shinji was? That’s hard to believe for someone your age in Korea.”
The backlash intensified as individuals claiming personal connections to Moon Won began sharing disturbing stories. One alleged former military colleague accused him of creating a “nightmare” experience during their service, adding, “People don’t change that easily. He was awful back then and probably still is.”
Another netizen, claiming to know Moon Won’s ex-wife, warned the public to look into the real reason for their divorce. The post accused him of past cheating, bad school behavior, and even name changes—reportedly more than three times. Multiple users echoed the sentiment, urging Shinji to reconsider the marriage.
The video’s popularity, despite the YouTube channel having only around 6,000 subscribers, was seen as a reflection of national concern. One user noted, “This clip got over 1.3 million views in 12 hours. That’s how much Koreans care about Shinji. This isn’t just gossip—it’s a public alarm.”
By July 3, numerous online forums and social media threads had become filled with posts opposing the couple’s union. One viral comment even joked, “Moon Won has done what no president could—unite all Korean men and women in their 20s and 30s. Everyone’s saying the same thing: this marriage shouldn’t happen.”
The uproar stems largely from Moon Won’s appearance on Shinji’s channel a day earlier, where his statements and behavior drew immediate criticism and opened the floodgates to accusations regarding his past.
As the pressure mounts, fans and the wider public are now watching closely to see how Shinji or her representatives will respond—and whether the wedding plans will move forward in light of these developments.
