Following his involvement in the Burning Sun scandal, Seungri, formerly of BIGBANG, faced public backlash for leading a lavish lifestyle. After being ousted from BIGBANG due to his role in the scandal, the South Korean Supreme Court sentenced him to 1 year and 6 months in prison on various charges including gambling, prostitution mediation, embezzlement, and foreign exchange violations in 2022. Released from Yeoju Prison in February 2023, Seungri was spotted partying at clubs in Southeast Asia, particularly in Cambodia and Malaysia, causing public outrage. Recently, Seungri faced renewed controversy, this time in China.

Reports from Chinese media outlets such as Sohu.com revealed that Seungri was sighted at a nightclub in Hangzhou on March 18 KST, surrounded by 10 bodyguards. His presence quickly stirred conversations on Chinese social media platforms.

Despite his convictions for crimes like gambling and prostitution, Seungri's entrance into the Hangzhou nightclub with tight security received strong criticism in China. Local reports highlighted the public outcry and condemned Seungri's actions, labeling him as unwelcome in China.

Chinese media expressed discontent towards Seungri's attempt to re-enter the Chinese market for personal gain, given his past wrongdoing in Korea. They criticized the blind loyalty of some Chinese fans, cautioning against supporting corrupt individuals and questioning the impact on society's moral values.

As images and videos of Seungri at the nightclub circulated online, Chinese netizens voiced their disapproval, questioning his entry into China, insisting on banning foreign criminals from the country, and expressing surprise at his substantial security detail. Seungri's recent appearance in China further fueled criticism, reinforcing his tarnished reputation both domestically and internationally.