RIIZE had all eyes on them at Incheon International Airport, but the vibe wasn’t celebratory. As travelers stood in lines for up to three hours on January 17, frustration erupted when the RIIZE members allegedly bypassed the queue. Shouts of “Get in the back of the line!” were heard, with some people capturing the heated scene on their phones.
The situation quickly ignited a debate about whether celebrities should enjoy special airport privileges. Some netizens argued that letting famous people cut the line is only fair since reporters and fans can ignite chaos for everyone. Others insisted that even idols need to wait their turn if the regular public is forced to stay in the queue for hours.
Despite the drama, RIIZE members—comprising Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Sohee, and Anton—made it onto their flight to Japan. They’re scheduled to meet fans during their first-ever Japanese fan meet, RIIZE: The Secret LIEZ, on January 18 and 19 at Yokohama’s Pia Arena.