K-pop Ch1tkey's fake Death Sparks Outrage Among Netizens

Rapper Ch1tkey's rumored death was revealed to be a fake, sparking outrage among netizens. The stunt, intended to celebrate a follower milestone, backfired spectacularly.

On the 30th, Ch1tkey’s acquaintances reported on Instagram that he had tragically died after falling from the roof of a building in Seoul during a live broadcast the previous day. According to their posts, he had attempted to fake a fall as a stunt to celebrate reaching 14 million followers but accidentally slipped and plummeted, later succumbing to his injuries at the hospital.

Ch1tkey’s girlfriend and other close friends also shared posts mourning his loss on social media, further fueling the death rumors. The tragic news quickly spread, with fans and the hip-hop community expressing their sorrow and disbelief.

However, it was later uncovered that the entire incident was a staged act. Later that day, Ch1tkey posted a video on Instagram with the caption "Hello" and conducted a live broadcast from the rooftop, confirming he was alive. He explained that the stunt was meant to be a dramatic way to thank his followers, but it had gone too far.

Outraged netizens reacted strongly, with comments such as, "No matter how foolish, joking about one's life is unacceptable. There will be consequences for this," "I knew it was a stunt," and "This is why I steer clear of Korean hip-hop."

The backlash against Ch1tkey was swift, with many calling for him to apologize and face repercussions for his actions. The incident has sparked a broader conversation about the lengths to which social media influencers will go for attention and the potential dangers of such stunts.