What is sasaeng?

Sasaeng is a term used in South Korea to refer to obsessive fans who engage in stalking, invasive, and often dangerous behavior towards celebrities. Sasaeng fans are known for their extreme behavior, which can include following celebrities to their homes, hotels, and other personal spaces, hacking into their personal information, and even more serious offenses such as physical assault or blackmail.

Sasaeng fans are usually young women who are obsessed with a particular idol or celebrity, and they often engage in activities that are harmful to both the celebrity and themselves. Many celebrities have spoken out against sasaeng fans and the negative impact they have on their lives and careers.

Korean entertainment agencies and law enforcement have taken steps to crack down on sasaeng behavior, but it continues to be a problem in the industry. Fans and celebrities alike have called for better protection and privacy laws to prevent sasaeng fans from crossing the line and endangering the safety of themselves and others.