A post that recently went viral on X (formerly Twitter), garnering over 8.5 million views, has stirred confusion and frustration among fans after it claimed that ITZY’s Lia (real name Choi Jisu) hails from one of Korea’s wealthiest families — only for the story to later be debunked as fanfiction.
The tweet painted a picturesque narrative of Lia’s life, describing her as “a kind and simple 19-year-old girl” who grew up in privilege, studied abroad in Canada, and spoke fluent English. It claimed that her father urged her to pursue music professionally after recognizing her talent, leading her to pass auditions at JYP, SM, YG, and HYBE — before ultimately choosing JYP Entertainment. The post also referenced her early popularity, brand ambassador status with Dolce & Gabbana, and warm relationships with her ITZY members.
However, the tweet lacked any factual citations or disclaimers, which led many to believe the story was an official biography or insider account. As it gained traction, confusion spread, with users questioning the validity of the claims and pointing out inconsistencies.
When backlash mounted, the original poster clarified, “i was inspired to write this fanfic because she just radiates such rich girl vibe… but most of the things are true though so like lol.”
This nonchalant admission only intensified the backlash:
The controversy has reignited conversations about the responsibility fans and content creators bear when posting about real celebrities, especially in the absence of disclaimers. Even well-meaning tributes or character-inspired fanfiction can mislead audiences and create false narratives — particularly in an age where viral content spreads faster than corrections.
While the post may have started as a creative homage to Lia’s graceful image, it ultimately served as a cautionary tale on the blurry line between admiration and misinformation in K-pop fandom culture.
Sources: X