On May 4, CORTIS made their return with the EP GREENGREEN, drawing thousands of fans to their showcase event. However, what began as an enthusiastic gathering quickly spiraled into disorder as the crowd surged forward toward the stage, leading to intense pushing and safety concerns.

As the situation escalated, the members themselves stepped in to stop the event. Member Seonghyeon was visibly alarmed, repeatedly warning fans that they could get hurt, while the group urgently asked the audience to move back and maintain distance.

Despite the tense atmosphere, the group handled the situation with notable composure. Switching between Korean and English, the members calmly guided the crowd, eventually helping restore order. Once the situation stabilized, CORTIS resumed the event, delivering energetic performances that shifted the mood back to excitement.

The incident quickly spread across social media, where reactions poured in. Many netizens criticized the reckless behavior of some fans, calling it dangerous and irresponsible, while others praised CORTIS for prioritizing safety and handling the crisis professionally without losing their composure.

This is not the first time the group has faced such issues. Earlier in March, a street performance in Korea also drew overwhelming crowds, leading to similar concerns about crowd control.

Despite the controversy, CORTIS continues to rise as one of the most talked-about Gen 5 rookie groups. Their growing fandom and strong stage presence have fueled both attention and debate, especially following mixed reactions to their latest EP’s musical direction.

While the chaos highlighted the risks of rapidly growing popularity, it also underscored one thing clearly—CORTIS is a group that fans simply can’t get enough of, for better or worse.