Close Your Eyes: Rising Anticipation for the 2025 Debut
Following the success of JTBC’s survival show Project 7, the boy group known as Close Your Eyes (CYE) is gearing up for its highly anticipated debut in 2025. This seven-member ensemble, under the label UNCORE, has already begun to establish a significant global following, thanks to the bonds formed during their time on the show.
Early Recognition at the 39th Golden Disc Awards
Even prior to their official launch in the music industry, CYE has made headlines by being included in the lineup for the upcoming 39th Golden Disc Awards, scheduled for pre-recording on January 4-5, 2025. This recognition speaks volumes about their rising popularity and the strong support from their fandom.
A Memorable Departure to Fukuoka
As they prepared for the awards ceremony, the group made a public appearance at Incheon International Airport on January 2, 2025, en route to Fukuoka, Japan. The event drew an enthusiastic crowd of fans eager to catch a glimpse of the new idols. Among them was Ma Jing Xiang, who garnered particular attention after winning the show.
Majingxiang at airport today pic.twitter.com/0js4OvRAYm
— CLOSE YOUR EYES UPDATES (@closeyoureyesup) January 2, 2025
Fandom Support and Security Concerns
The overwhelming support from fans quickly turned into a spectacle, with footage showing the group requiring the assistance of a security detail to navigate the crowd. However, concerns arose when an incident reported by Newsen revealed that a woman in a black mask, who was closely following the group, was actually a fan impersonating a security staff member.
@@: That’s so funny, that girl in the black mask isn’t a staff member, she’s a fanboy. .tqFuck https://t.co/h58H48Tm48
— 🍫 (@dduuuu__) January 2, 2025
Online discussions unfolded, with fans expressing their concern over the safety measures in place for CYE. Many pointed out that the situation of fans masquerading as staff has become alarmingly common.
That girl was originally a Bae173 fan. She was the one taking the lead there too. At first, I thought she was a staff member. https://t.co/EzLigZOoe2
— Hongjo (@hongjbaby1230) January 3, 2025
Calls for Improved Security Measures
As the video documenting their airport experience has garnered over 10 million views, fans have become increasingly vocal. They are urging UNCORE to implement stricter security protocols to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The safety of idols should be a priority, especially in the context of their rising fame and the ensuing fanfare.
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