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Are Bang Chan and Mina dating? fans react to the viral clip of Stray Kids’ leader interacting with TWICE member at Milan Fashion Week

TWICE's Mina and Stray Kids' Bang Chan's close friendship at the Fendi event during Milan Fashion Week 2025 sparked a mix of positive and negative reactions from fans.

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Milan Fashion Week 2025 continued its celebration of top brands with Fendi’s ready-to-wear fall collection on day 2, held on February 26. Among the global stars in attendance were K-pop idols Stray Kids’ Bang Chan and TWICE’s Mina. The event gave the friends a chance to reconnect, and they were seen enjoying each other’s company.

However, their close interaction quickly fueled dating rumors, sparking significant buzz online. While fans celebrated their chemistry, others speculated about the nature of their relationship, drawing mixed reactions from both sides of the K-pop fan community.

Bang Chan and Mina spotted at Milan Fashion Week

Bang Chan lightened the atmosphere in the video as he posed with Mina for the photographers, showcasing his lively and outgoing personality. In contrast, Mina appeared more reserved and quiet. Additional online footage captured the duo greeting fans and having brief exchanges, with Bang Chan continuing his friendly, approachable demeanor, while Mina remained slightly shy.

Their contrasting personalities caught the attention of fans, sparking curiosity about the dynamic between the two idols, further adding to the intrigue surrounding their bond.

Mixed reactions by fans

Their interaction sparked mixed reactions among fans. Some perceived Mina as looking “scared” or uncomfortable with Bang Chan’s lively energy, while others defended her, attributing her behavior to her introverted nature. A few fans expressed discontent over the two K-pop stars sharing candid moments, with comments like “save Mina,” “no, he’s mine,” and “Mina is mine, Chan, get off” flooding the video’s comment section.

Many fans, already aware of the dating rumors, voiced their frustration with the negative comments and urged others to stop spreading them. They criticized such fans as “toxic” for attempting to tarnish a long-standing friendship. One X (formerly Twitter) user shared that they had grown up together, using English names “Sharon” and “Chris.” Others gushed over how “cute” they looked together, emphasizing that their interaction was simply a friendly, normal exchange.

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