RIIZE’s Wonbin Finally Met G-Dragon And His Nervous Fanboy Moment Is Going Viral

Some stars walk into fashion events to pose for cameras. RIIZE’s Wonbin walked in with one mission: to greet G-Dragon.

A brief interaction between RIIZE member Wonbin and G-Dragon has become one of the most talked-about moments from Chanel’s latest Seoul event, turning a luxury fashion gathering into a surprisingly relatable fanboy scene.

The two stars attended the Chanel 2026 Métiers d’Art Collection Seoul Replica Show photo wall event, held on May 26 at The Hyundai Seoul in Yeongdeungpo, Seoul. But what caught fans’ attention was not only their fashion it was Wonbin quietly waiting for his chance to say hello to one of K-pop’s most influential icons.

Wonbin Waited in Line to Greet G-Dragon

A video from the event quickly spread online after showing Wonbin standing to the side, waiting for G-Dragon.

When asked what he was doing, Wonbin smiled and said he was waiting to greet him. He also admitted that he was nervous. The RIIZE member jokingly explained that he planned to greet G-Dragon politely, adding that although he is a shy person, he still had to do what he came to do.

The candid moment made fans laugh because it showed a different side of Wonbin not the polished idol on stage, but a young artist nervously preparing to meet a senior figure he admires.

A “Star of Stars” Moment at Chanel

G-Dragon has long been known as a celebrity admired by other celebrities. As both a K-pop pioneer and a global fashion figure, he has influenced multiple generations of idols, especially those who grew up watching his music, performances, and style.

That is why Wonbin’s reaction felt especially meaningful to fans. For many viewers, the scene looked less like a formal industry greeting and more like a successful fan moment. Wonbin may be one of today’s rising K-pop stars, but in front of G-Dragon, he appeared genuinely excited and nervous.

The “Doma Challenge” Joke Made Fans Laugh

After waiting, Wonbin eventually succeeded in taking a photo with G-Dragon.

During the interaction, Wonbin reportedly asked whether G-Dragon would attend the after-party. G-Dragon replied that he would, then jokingly asked Wonbin whether he would dance the “Doma Challenge” later. The joke immediately became a hot topic online because Wonbin’s version of the viral Doma Challenge had previously gained major attention on TikTok.

Fans were amused that G-Dragon appeared to know about Wonbin’s viral dance moment. Comments online included reactions such as, “G-Dragon knows Wonbin’s Doma Challenge?” and “Wonbin really looks like a successful fan.”

Why Fans Loved the Interaction

The reason the moment spread so quickly is simple: it was charming, awkward, and real.

K-pop fans are used to seeing idols perform with confidence on stage, but moments like this show the human side of celebrity culture. Even rising idols have artists they admire. Even stars can get nervous around other stars.

Wonbin’s polite hesitation and G-Dragon’s relaxed joke created a natural chemistry that fans found both funny and heartwarming.

A Meeting Between Two K-pop Generations

The viral Chanel moment also stood out because it brought together two different generations of K-pop.

G-Dragon represents one of the most influential eras in Korean pop history, shaping music, fashion, and idol culture on a global scale. Wonbin, as a member of RIIZE, represents a newer generation of idols building their own identity in today’s fast-moving K-pop landscape.

Their brief meeting may have lasted only a short time, but online, it became a symbolic moment: a rising star nervously greeting a legend who still knows exactly what is happening in the culture around him.

For fans, that was the real highlight of the night.