Samsung Electronics’ Executive Chairman Lee Jae-yong, left, and Stray Kids’ Felix / Captured from Felix’s social media
An unexpected photo featuring Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong and K-pop idol Felix of Stray Kids has set social media abuzz, with fans jokingly asking, “Was this shot on a Galaxy?”
On April 3, Felix shared a selfie with Lee on his personal account, surprising fans with the rare pairing of a global tech executive and a K-pop star in a single frame.
The photo was taken during a state luncheon held earlier that day at Cheong Wa Dae, where President Lee Jae Myung hosted French President Emmanuel Macron, who was on a state visit to South Korea.
Samsung Electronics’ Executive Chairman Lee Jae-yong, left, and Stray Kids’ Felix / Captured from Felix’s social media
The event brought together figures from both the business and entertainment sectors, including Lee Jae-yong as well as celebrities such as Stray Kids and actress Jun Ji-hyun.
Online reactions quickly followed, with many expressing disbelief at the unusual combination.
“It looks like an AI-generated image,” fans said, while others reacted with surprise, saying, “Why is Lee Jae-yong there?” Some also joked, “Is Felix using a Galaxy?” and “Was this taken on a Galaxy phone?”
The buzz was further amplified by Felix’s connection to Samsung, as he has previously served as a model for the company’s smartphones.
This article from Xportsnews is adapted by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.