A viral video of Seungri dancing with three Chinese women on the streets of Korea stirred up controversy among online communities. However, recent revelations have clarified that the footage is not new but was actually recorded six years ago.
Titled "Seungri’s Latest Update," the video quickly made the rounds online, depicting Seungri joyfully dancing with the Chinese influencers while playfully counting in Chinese to the beat of the music. Amidst playful banter, Seungri's hair gets tousled by the wind, leading to a comedic "My hair!" exclamation that sends the women into fits of laughter.
The video elicited mixed reactions from netizens, with some expressing disbelief at Seungri's seemingly carefree demeanor despite his past controversies. Comments like "He’s really living it up regardless," "Hard to believe," and "Shameless" flooded social media platforms. However, a recent investigation by Herald POP on February 10th revealed that the video was not a recent occurrence but dated back to 2019.
During the time of the original video release, a Chinese influencer had shared the clip as a gesture of solidarity towards Seungri amidst the Burning Sun scandal. In a heartfelt message, she expressed her support and well wishes for Seungri, mentioning her initial hesitance to post the video due to concerns about damaging her public image. The comment section was filled with supportive messages for Seungri from fans and followers alike.
Seungri, formerly a member of BIGBANG, was embroiled in the Burning Sun Gate scandal, leading to his departure from the group and subsequent legal troubles. He was eventually sentenced to one year and six months in prison for various charges including habitual gambling, illegal filming, prostitution-related offenses, and embezzlement. Seungri completed his sentence and was released in February 2023.
In related news, Seungri's rumored ex-girlfriend Yoo Hye Won is making waves for her appearance on Mnet's 'Couple Palace 2.'