Controversy Surrounds CORTIS Member Keonho's Alleged Swearing at Airport

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Keonho, a member of the rookie boy group CORTIS under HYBE, is embroiled in controversy after allegedly being caught on camera swearing at an airport.

(From left) Martin, Juhoon, Keonho, Sunghyun, James

CORTIS, the younger sibling group of BTS and TXT, is a five-member rookie idol group that debuted on August 18, 2025.

Born in 2009, Keonho is the youngest member of CORTIS, but he is in charge of the team's center visual with his handsome looks and is the most popular member.

Reflecting this, in November 2025, Keonho ranked first in the brand reputation ranking for rookie idols, making it his second consecutive month at the top following October.

From 2nd to 8th place were all female idols, but Keonho surpassed them all.

Profile

Name: Keonho (KEONHO)

Real Name: Ahn Keonho

Birthdate: February 14, 2009

Nationality: South Korean

Family: Parents, older sister

Education:

Yeoul Elementary School (Graduated)

Cheonggye Middle School (Dropped out)

Middle School GED (Passed)

High School GED (Passed)

Agency: Big Hit Music

Debut: August 18, 2025

CORTIS EP 1st Album

Keonho, who was a swimmer when he was young, was scouted by Big Hit at a bus stop in the third grade of elementary school in 2018, graduated from elementary school, and started his trainee life in the first grade of middle school in 2022.

Summary of the Incident

CORTIS entered Korea through Gimpo International Airport on the afternoon of November 5 after finishing their schedule in Japan.

As the members left the arrival hall, a large number of fans flocked to the airport, creating chaos.

Amidst this, someone grabbed Keonho's bag, causing him to fall and lose his shoes.

In this chaotic situation, Keonho's lips appeared to form a swear word towards the fans, sparking controversy.

Opinions are divided on this matter.

Those who criticize him say that he seems like the type who can't hide his expressions because he is the youngest in CORTIS.

Those who defend him say that Keonho was not swearing at ordinary fans, but rather targeting crazy sasaengs who tried to snatch his bag, and they understand the feelings of a 16-year-old boy.

It is also said that he is a kind idol who is so polite that he doesn't forget to thank the security guard when he gets in the car, even though he must have been sensitive.

Idols are also human, and in this situation, swearing is understandable, especially if it's towards sasaengs.

Even so, as the most popular rookie idol, it seems that he needs to develop the skill of hiding his emotions or expressions in public places.