SEVENTEEN's Mingyu, a prominent figure in the K-pop world, recently ended his social media hiatus, much to the delight of his fans, known as CARATs. His Instagram, which had been silent since July 29, suddenly buzzed with activity when Mingyu posted a series of photos and short videos. But what caught the attention of many was not just his return, but a peculiar "wardrobe malfunction."

In the viral post, Mingyu was seen donning a sweatshirt in an unconventional manner, exposing one of his muscular arms. This unexpected fashion choice set social media platforms abuzz, with fans expressing their excitement and affection in the comments. The post quickly garnered over 2 million likes, indicating the star's significant influence and the eagerness of fans to see him active online again.

However, Mingyu's return was not the only topic of discussion among fans. The K-pop community was rife with speculation after Jeon Somi's "GAME PLAN" listening party. Observant netizens pointed out similarities between photos from Mingyu and Somi's official Instagram accounts. The primary focus was on Mingyu's attire in one photo and a black "GAME PLAN" drawstring bag from Somi's event in another. The backdrop of the second photo seemed to match Mingyu's clothing design, leading to insinuations that Somi might have discreetly captured a picture of Mingyu from behind.

This observation fueled rumors of a possible romantic relationship between the two K-pop stars, with fans coining the term "lovestagram." However, it's essential to note that no concrete evidence supports these claims. Some netizens highlighted that Jeon Somi had invited Mingyu, along with other SEVENTEEN members like The8 and Woozi, to her pre-listening party, which could explain the origin of the bag photo.

As the rumor mill churned, some fans also brought up past speculations surrounding another SEVENTEEN member, Joshua, who was previously rumored to be in a relationship with a non-celebrity. The online discourse was diverse, with comments ranging from skepticism to support for the alleged couples.

To date, neither Mingyu nor Somi has addressed these rumors, leaving the K-pop community in suspense. As fans eagerly await clarity on the nature of their relationship, one thing is certain: the power of social media in the K-pop world is undeniable, with a single post capable of sparking widespread speculation and discussion.

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