Recently, a clip began spreading across social media showing idle’s Miyeon attending a Vivienne Westwood-related event. In the video, Andreas Kronthaler is seen kissing Miyeon on the cheek. The moment quickly became a topic of discussion among fans, with many focusing on Miyeon’s reaction.
The clip appears to be from the grand opening of the Vivienne Westwood Her And Her Jewelry Exhibition, where Miyeon was seen with Kronthaler. After the video spread, some fans reacted strongly and criticized Kronthaler’s behavior.
Many claimed that Miyeon appeared uncomfortable in the clip and argued that the kiss was inappropriate. Some described the moment as possible sexual harassment, saying that public greetings should still respect personal boundaries.
The reaction was especially strong because Miyeon is a public figure, and fans felt she may not have been in a position to openly reject or avoid the gesture during a formal event. For these fans, the issue was not only the kiss itself but also whether Miyeon had clearly consented to that kind of physical contact.
However, not everyone interpreted the clip the same way. Some netizens pointed out that cheek kisses are commonly used as greetings in parts of Europe, especially in fashion and social settings. Because Andreas Kronthaler is an Austrian-born designer and longtime figure in the European fashion world, they argued that the gesture may have been intended as a cultural greeting rather than something malicious.
Still, others responded that cultural customs do not automatically make physical contact acceptable, especially if the other person seems uneasy or is from a different cultural background. The debate has since expanded into a larger conversation about boundaries at fashion events, cultural differences, and how idols are treated in international spaces.
Sources: Koreaboo