SEVENTEEN The8 Makes Buzz for Signing Photocard — But Why Are ATINYs Joining the Fun?

By Riely Miller Sep 29, 2023

SEVENTEEN The8 is going viral for signing a fan's photocard. However, ATEEZ's fandom ATINYs are also involved in the mix!

Here's what happened.

SEVENTEEN The8 Garners Attention for Signing an ATEEZ Photocard in Balmain Event

On September 28, the Paris Fashion Week SS24 show included the appearance of SEVENTEEN member The8 for the Balmain event.

The idol graced the event with his black ensemble and paired it with a stylish bling coat. Apart from his clothing, The8 stole the spotlight with his blonde hair and captivating visuals.

While the "Super" singer became one of the event's main highlights, he was also joined by ATEEZ leader Hongjoong, who appeared with his red and black blazer, together with a pair of flare pants and beret hat.

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However, on social media, several clips regarding The8 went viral. It's no surprise that fans would immediately get his autograph, given how influential The8 is globally.

The video featured The8 being stopped by fans who excitedly asked for his autograph, which the idol happily gave. But during the exchange, eagle-eyed fans spotted one multi-fan getting The8's autograph on an ATEEZ photocard!

@yazzssss that caratiny took their chance #ateez #ateez_official_ #seventeen #seventeen17_official #carat #atiny #hongjoong #minghao #balmain #fyp #kpop Funny - Gold-Tiger

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On TikTok, the viral clip led to everyone's reactions that both contained shock and happiness, with many of them pointing out crumbs between SEVENTEEN and ATEEZ. The fan who got The8 to sign an ATEEZ photocard also commented under the post.

"It's me, guys! I'm sorry, I panicked when Minghao, my bias, spoke to me. But as a Caratiny, I'm so lucky!"

- @moonaaaa_.

They also expressed that CARATINYs are also winning thanks to the fan's subtle gesture. Meanwhile, others joked about which binder the fan would place the photocard in, while some pointed out The8's confused expression during the signing! Read their reactions below:

    "Bro be like, whatever I'll just sign."

    "Now that's a limited edition photocard right there."

    "So, do you add that to your SEVENTEEN or ATEEZ binder now though?"

    "As someone with a CARATINY heart, a win is a win."

   "I think he looked confused about the photocard, but still signed it nevertheless."

   "If this is the only interaction between my ults, then this is a win."

@hngjngg134 HELP ATLEAST HE GOT MINGHAOS SIG. ATINYs ARE SO UNSERIOUS #fyp #ateezatiny #ateezbouncy #ateez_official_ #ateezedit #ateezvideos #minghao #seventeen17_official #ATEEZ #seventeen세븐틴 the psycho intro gone wrong ㅠㅠ - Arielle