RIIZE’s Wonbin Confirms He Was the Idol in Viral Elevator Clip
RIIZE Wonbin has confirmed he was the idol mentioned in a viral elevator encounter shared by YouTuber Skrrer in September 2026. Wonbin addressed the clip directly in messages to fans, acknowledging that he was the person in the video and laughing about the situation. The confirmation turned an awkward moment into a lighthearted story that fans quickly embraced.
Official Announcement
No formal statement was issued by SM Entertainment regarding the viral clip. Wonbin personally confirmed the encounter through messages sent to fans, not through an official agency press release. His acknowledgment came after the video had already circulated widely online.
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The Viral Elevator Clip
The story began when popular YouTuber Skrrer posted a video describing an unexpected encounter with an idol in an elevator. In her account, Skrrer explained that she was riding the elevator while wearing sunglasses and adjusting her braces with her tongue because they were uncomfortable. She assumed no one would be on the first floor when the doors opened, but two men stepped in. Since she had undergone LASIK surgery, her eyesight was sharp enough to recognize one of them as RIIZE’s Wonbin. She described the moment as embarrassing because of her actions when the doors opened.
Wonbin’s Confirmation
After the clip went viral, Wonbin addressed the situation directly in messages to fans. He confirmed that he was indeed the person in the video and shared his own perspective on the encounter. According to Koreaboo, Wonbin said, “There’s a lot of talk about the encounter. I saw the video randomly, too, and yes, it was me. Their sunglasses were so striking and their expression too, so I thought they must be a fun person. When I saw the video, I was like, ‘Huh? This person?’ LOL.”
다들 이거 한번씩 봐봐 유튜버 쓰까르님이 원빈이 자만추하셨다는데 진짜 개웃김ㅋㅋㅎㅋㅋㄱㄱㅋㄱㅋㅋㅎㅋㅋ나였으면 수치사로 죽었을듯ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅜㅜㅜ pic.twitter.com/xGKjNUn6gt— 묭 (@channz913) September 29, 2026
What the Video Shows vs. What People Interpreted
The clip documents Skrrer’s personal account of the encounter. What the footage shows is two people entering an elevator while Skrrer was adjusting her braces. What fans interpreted was a humorous, relatable moment of a fan unexpectedly meeting an idol in a casual setting. Wonbin’s confirmation clarified that the encounter did happen and that he remembered the moment. The video does not establish anything beyond the brief interaction itself.
Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| September 29, 2026 | Skrrer’s elevator encounter video circulates online |
| September 29, 2026 | Wonbin confirms the encounter in messages to fans |
| September 29-30, 2026 | Fan reactions spread across social media |
| September 30, 2026 | Korean and international K-pop outlets report on the story |
Why It Matters
This story stands out because of how Wonbin handled it. Rather than ignoring the viral clip or issuing a formal statement through his agency, he addressed it directly with fans in a casual, self-deprecating way. His response turned what could have been an awkward or invasive moment into something fans found endearing. The incident also highlights how quickly casual encounters can become viral content in the K-pop community, and how idols choose to respond when their private moments surface online.
For RIIZE, the moment adds to the group’s growing presence in online conversations. The group has been active throughout 2026, with their track “Do Your Dance” surpassing 100 million cumulative views on TikTok in July, and member Anton drawing attention for a collaboration video with Japanese artist Ikuta Lilas in late September.
What’s Next?
RIIZE is scheduled to hold a fan meeting at Inspire Arena in Incheon in September 2026 to mark their third debut anniversary. No further details about Wonbin’s elevator encounter have been announced. This is a lighthearted story with no ongoing controversy, and no additional official updates are expected.
FAQ
Did RIIZE’s Wonbin confirm the elevator clip was about him?
Yes. Wonbin confirmed in messages to fans that he was the idol in the viral elevator clip, saying he saw the video himself and found it funny.
Who posted the original elevator encounter video?
YouTuber Skrrer shared the video describing her unexpected encounter with Wonbin in an elevator.
How did fans react to Wonbin’s confirmation?
Fans reacted with amusement and laughter, with many commenting on how funny it was that Wonbin saw the video on Instagram and confirmed it himself.
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