ALPHA DRIVE ONE's Geonwoo makes his first public appearance since the start of his 'verbal abuse' controversy, sparking interest

ALPHA DRIVE ONE's Geonwoo has just made his first public appearance since the start of his controversy.

On February 20, Geonwoo attended a Miu Miu pop-up store event alongside fellow ALPHA DRIVE ONE members Sangwon and Anxin, as well as IVE's Wonyoung. Geonwoo's cheerful mood caught attention, as he was spotted chatting and laughing with fans outside the event, and maintained a lighthearted attitude while participating in the Miu Miu event.

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jang wonyoung and alpha drive one’s sangwon, geonwoo and anxin made an appearance at the miumiu manifesto pop-up store#SANGWON #상원 #ALPHADRIVEONE pic.twitter.com/bZiJJCMMvl

— moni 𐙚 // kinda ia. (@wondeul) February 21, 2026

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We’re totally captivated by ALD1, who looks amazing in Miu Miu. We came across Sangwon, Geonwoo, and Anxin transformed into human versions of Miu Miu at the Miu Miu Manifesto Pop-Up Opening Event.… pic.twitter.com/lzLgbsTXVJ

— ALD1 GLOBAL (@ALD1_GLOBAL) February 21, 2026

🥀 daily fashion news, we’ll do miu miu for you~

🥀 → 🗣️by geonwoo
🍞 → 🗣️by anxin, sangwon
🐱 → 🗣️by sangwon

AEGISSSSㅠㅠㅠ pic.twitter.com/7OJwSMYy6s

— fa 아원♡ (@sangwonfairy_) February 21, 2026

Celeb Fashion Magazine instagram with Sangwon, Anxin, Geonwoo attended Miu Miu Manifeste Pop up store!! #ALPHADRIVEONE #알파드라이브원 pic.twitter.com/Yo5QmAOTai

— fa 아원♡ (@sangwonfairy_) February 21, 2026

GEONWOO LAUGHING IS ALL I NEEDED TO SEE TODAY im so glad he’s doing well rn 😭😭😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/vN09zru7w3

— 🐯 (@geonwoodiary) February 21, 2026

In particular, Geonwoo's appearance caught the attention of K-netizens, who shared disapproving reactions:

"Wow, he's so shameless..."

"It's creepy to see him laughing so happily;;"

"Why are the ones who did nothing wrong, Anxin and Sangwon, looking so serious and worried - while the actual perpetrator is laughing?"

"He looks like he's the only one having fun"

"It seems like the three of them have been fighting"

"Come on, what's wrong with laughing at a brand event? Should he be crying instead?"

"When I think about how much the victims must have cried and suffered because of him... It's a little creepy to see him smile"

"This is incredible... The company never even denied the rumors, just dragged all their artists into a lawsuit and sent the members to an event - all while the group is in turmoil due to controversy? How can this be happening?"

"Regardless of whether the rumors are true or not, I thought they'd at least have him take a break for a while, but I guess they've decided to just keep pushing him out there. Amazing"

"It seems like they decided to send the three best visual members of the group"

"If the rumors aren't true, then at least come out and say that, and give a proper explanation. What the heck.."

"I guess Geonwoo must be the company favorite ㅋㅋㅋ What kind of charm does he have?"

"He must be very popular among fans"

Geonwoo's ongoing 'verbal abuse' controversy began over a week ago, when multiple industry insiders came forward to discuss Geonwoo's alleged 'verbal abuse' of broadcast staff and 'general poor character.'

ALPHA DRIVE ONE's agency WakeOne recently announced that they would be taking legal action against malicious comments regarding any of their artists. However, the agency has not yet made an official statement either confirming or denying the allegations against Geonwoo.