SEVENTEEN Mingyu’s Instagram was once a frequent source of delight for CARATs (fans) but had fallen into an unusual silence since July 29.

However, the long-anticipated wait came to an end when Mingyu finally broke his social media hiatus, treating fans to a visual delight that sent social media platforms buzzing.

SEVENTEEN Mingyu's Viral Instagram Post Sets CARATs Swooning with "Wrong” Sweatshirt Mishap

In an Instagram post that swiftly went viral, Mingyu shared a series of captivating images and short videos that left fans swooning.

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What set this post apart was a "wardrobe malfunction" of sorts—a twist that added an unexpected element of allure to his appearance.

The star was seen wearing a sweatshirt in a rather unconventional manner, revealing one of his well-defined, muscular arms.

The return of Mingyu's engaging presence online marked the end of what fans had dubbed the "Mingyu-drought."

CARATs were overjoyed to see their idol back in action and took to the comment section to express their excitement and affection.

Comments poured in on the Instagram post, reflecting the overwhelming love and anticipation of fans:

• "OH BABES IVE MISSED YOU"
• "someone teach him how to behave i can’t keep falling for him even more"
• "CARATDEUL dont have to make any edits anymore ;D"
• "new pics, thank you my love!"
• "Are we all just making fun of wonwoo’s collage skills bc I’m here for it"
• "i bought that hat just to match your in the soop photocard"

The impact of Mingyu's return was evident in the staggering engagement on the post with more than 2 million likes and counting.

SEVENTEEN's Mingyu and Jeon Somi Spark Dating Speculation Following Somi's Viral Party

The K-pop community was abuzz with dating rumors after Jeon Somi's "GAME PLAN" listening party, making it the focal point of speculation involving her and SEVENTEEN's Mingyu.

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On August 13, an observant netizen sent ripples through the online world by sharing two intriguing photos on a popular forum. These snapshots were sourced from the official Instagram accounts of both Mingyu and Somi.

The caption that accompanied these images read, "Could there be something more between Jeon Somi and SEVENTEEN's Mingyu?"

The netizen directed attention to Mingyu's choice of attire in the first photo and then juxtaposed it with a second image—a black "GAME PLAN" drawstring bag from Somi's event.

However, the most intriguing connection was drawn from the background of the second photo, which bore an uncanny resemblance to Mingyu's clothing design.

The insinuation here was that Somi had discreetly captured a photograph of the SEVENTEEN member from behind.

This line of reasoning led the netizen to posit the possibility of a romantic connection between the two K-pop stars, coining the term "lovestagram" in the process.

However, no concrete evidence was presented to substantiate claims of a romantic relationship between Mingyu and Somi.

As the dating rumors swirled around Mingyu and Somi, some netizens took the opportunity to discuss SEVENTEEN member Joshua, who had previously faced speculation regarding a relationship with a non-celebrity girlfriend.

Comments in the online discourse ranged from "Please go away" to "I'm not sure if they are dating or not, but considering what that couple did by bringing her to a concert and deceiving their fans, Jeon Somi is an angel in comparison."

One commenter shed light on the fact that Jeon Somi had extended invitations to Mingyu, alongside other SEVENTEEN members, The8, and Woozi, for her pre-listening party, providing context for the origin of the bag photo.

As of now, neither Mingyu nor Somi has officially addressed these dating rumors, leaving fans and the K-pop community eagerly awaiting clarity regarding the nature of their relationship.

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