UPDATE: A passionate fan of the K-pop group SEVENTEEN has made headlines by purchasing an entire island in Jeollanam-do, Korea, sparking widespread reactions online. The fan, identified as 神在 (@lakukami), revealed their heart-shaped island acquisition in a viral post on November 23, 2025, emphasizing their commitment to the group’s member Jeonghan.
This extraordinary purchase, located near Mokpo and accessible via the 1004 Bridge, is intended to serve as a future gathering space for fans. The fan expressed ambitions to rename the island to “JeongjeongLand” and aims to finalize developments by the time Jeonghan retires.
In their post, they stated, “The idea comes from something Jeonghan said before: He wanted to become someone like an island where people can rest.” This sentiment has resonated with many, although it has also raised eyebrows, with some labeling it as an unsettling obsession.
The fan further clarified their intentions, stating, “I got him something special he deserves. That’s all. He deserves the universe when I could only afford a small island.” The emotional connection to Jeonghan and the gesture of love have garnered both admiration and skepticism from netizens.
Online reactions have been mixed, with many expressing shock and curiosity about the financial implications of such a purchase. Some netizens joked about whether they could buy PLEDIS, the entertainment company behind SEVENTEEN, if they had similar financial resources.
As discussions continue, this remarkable act of fandom highlights the deep devotion that fans can have for their idols, raising questions about the lengths to which one might go in the name of admiration.
WHAT’S NEXT: The fan plans to share updates on the island’s development and potential future events, hoping to create a welcoming space for fellow supporters of Jeonghan and SEVENTEEN. This story is likely to evolve as the fan community reacts further to this unprecedented gesture of affection.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
