Was a popular actress justified in blocking a fan on Instagram, or did that fan cross a line? The internet is currently ablaze with debate, and the answer isn't as straightforward as you might think.
Back in August 2025, Go Min Si, the celebrated actress known for her role in "Sweet Home," ended a period of relative silence by addressing the ongoing investigation into allegations of school bullying against her. After posting her clarification on Instagram, she retreated again, leaving her fans eager for more updates and content. You can see more about the original accusation here: Bullying Allegations Emerge As New K-Drama’s Popularity Rises
Then, on November 3, 2025 (KST), excitement rippled through her fanbase when she uploaded a new post. It seemed to signal a return to social media. Even though the post didn't feature any personal photos or captions, fans flooded the comments section with messages of support and expressed how much they had missed her.
But here's where it gets controversial... One particular fan claimed to have been blocked by Go Min Si shortly after posting a comment under the new photo. The fan even shared a screenshot, which quickly went viral, showing that Go Min Si’s Instagram page displayed no posts for them – a universal sign of being blocked.
The fan insisted they hadn't done anything wrong, except ask a simple question about the progress of the investigation. They elaborated: "I saw that Go Min Si had just uploaded a photo of flowers on her Instagram and it made me think if she won her case. So I left a comment asking, ‘Unnie, did the investigation go well?’ I wasn’t trying to troll her or anything… I mean, I’m one of her fans who would love to see her come back if she really didn’t do anything wrong. I’ve always liked her as an actress, too… You can even see the positive comments I’ve left for her. But I guess my question felt like I was trying to start sh*t with her? It does look like I got blocked, right?"
Following this accusation, the internet exploded with opinions, with netizens sharply divided over who was "in the wrong." Some argue that Go Min Si overreacted by blocking a fan, even if the comment was slightly pointed. Consider these viewpoints:
- "They might not have been a full-fledged fan, but it looks like they were supportive of her in general. Did she really have to go as far as blocking them?"
- "What, so fans can’t even ask about what’s going on with her case? The comment must have rubbed her in all the wrong ways, huh?"
- "Even if their intention was to troll her, she shouldn’t have blocked them flat out like that. Her case is highly publicized and she, too, said herself that she would reflect on what she did. To get pressed over a little comment like that is just LOL."
On the other hand, many believe the fan's behavior was a form of trolling, questioning their authenticity and true intentions. And this is the part most people miss... Context matters. Given the sensitivity surrounding the bullying allegations, any question about the investigation could be perceived as antagonistic. Here's what they're saying:
- "Well, Go Min Si can’t see what kind of comments that ‘fan’ is going around and leaving. So, just based on the comment they left for her, they do sound like a troll. Why wouldn’t she block them?"
- "The ‘fan’ left ONE positive comment about Go Min Si and is now saying they’re her fan… I find that hilarious."
- "Doesn’t even seem like a fan to me… They probably thought them getting blocked was the perfect gossip and started posting everywhere LOL. Like they genuinely sound kind of excited this happened to them."
- "If the verdict had come out, everyone would already know. What kind of ‘fan’ brings up such a sensitive issue first? LOL that’s definitely not a real fan."
- "Blocking them wasn’t a great move… But if they were truly a fan, they wouldn’t have asked that kind of question."
It's a tricky situation, and perhaps there's no easy answer. Go Min Si was dealing with a highly publicized and emotionally charged situation. The fan, on the other hand, might have genuinely been curious, albeit perhaps insensitive in their phrasing. See more about the initial statement here.
Ultimately, this incident raises important questions about the relationship between celebrities and their fans in the age of social media. How much access should fans have? Where is the line between genuine inquiry and harassment? When is it acceptable—or even necessary—for a celebrity to block a fan?
What do you think? Was Go Min Si justified in blocking the fan, or did she overreact? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
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