A recent video clip from the 40th Golden Disc Awards has gone viral for showing a very relatable side of K-pop idols struggling to stay awake during the long ceremony.
The footage features several well-known idols, including Jang Wonyoung, Felix, and Choi San, visibly dozing off or battling heavy eyelids as the event dragged on. With the show lasting nearly eight hours, viewers couldn’t help but sympathize.
The extended runtime was partly due to additional segments introduced for the show’s 40th anniversary, which many felt unnecessarily prolonged the ceremony. There were also delays between the introduction of presenters and the actual award announcements.
The clip quickly gained traction online, with netizens flooding social media with amused and empathetic comments:
- “This is literally me on Monday mornings.”
- “San looks so spaced out, it’s kind of terrifying LOL.”
- “First time seeing Wonyoung look that tired!”
- “Even the singer section is collapsing.”
- “I was falling asleep just watching from home.”
- “The ceremony felt never-ending.”
- “Felix leaning on his finger like that iconic.”
- “Poor Felix LOL.”
Though the moment sparked laughter, it also highlighted the grueling nature of idol schedules and long industry events. Fans rallied behind their favorite stars, understanding that even the brightest idols are only human.
