K-POP fans are known for their dedication and passion, but every now and then, this enthusiasm crosses the line into obsessive behavior. One such instance was revealed by KARA member Heo Young Ji during a recent appearance on MBN and SBS Plus' crime talk show 'The Psychopath I Met.'

The show featured Heo Young Ji alongside Super Junior's Kyuhyun, who also shared his own frightening experience with an obsessive fan. The program explored real-life crimes involving stalking, home invasions, privacy violations, and scams, highlighting the fear victims experience in places that should feel safe.

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  • Heo Young Ji revealed that she endured seven years of stalking and harassment from 2016 onwards, with the stalker approaching her family and even collecting personal information about them. The situation became more serious when the stalker misunderstood Heo's family's kindness and viewed it as proof of a special connection.
  • The stalker sent messages to other fans, claiming that people were only against the relationship because they were jealous. They also made threatening remarks, causing further concern for Heo and her family.
  • Heo Young Ji sought professional help due to the continued harassment, including consulting a lawyer in 2020. She emphasized how seriously she had to handle the situation.
  • Kyuhyun shared his own experience of living with Super Junior members in dorms for 18 years. He recalled that a fan once tried to enter their dormitory by hiding in a fire hose cabinet located in the apartment hallway, causing concern among the group.
  • The show 'The Psychopath I Met' examined cases under the theme