RPS is a highly controversial topic in Korea, often discussed in niche online communities. Seeing it openly explained and even exemplified with popular celebrities from an iconic show like *Infinite Challenge* on a major public broadcast channel is unprecedented and has sparked widespread surprise and discussion.
RPS (Real Person Slash) is a type of fanfiction where real people, often celebrities, are depicted in romantic or sexual relationships. While a global phenomenon, it's particularly contentious in Korea, especially when involving minors. *Infinite Challenge* is one of Korea's most beloved and culturally significant variety shows, making its members a surprising choice for such an illustration.
Korean internet users are buzzing after a major public broadcast channel surprisingly delved into the world of **RPS** (Real Person Slash) fanfiction. This controversial topic, which involves writing fictional romantic or sexual stories about real-life celebrities, is usually confined to online communities, making its appearance on **public broadcast** TV a huge shock. The segment reportedly featured a new junior writer confessing to having written 'man-fic' β a term for fanfiction focusing on male celebrities β back in middle school. What really caught everyone's attention was how the show illustrated the concept: by featuring the beloved original members of the iconic variety show, **Infinite Challenge**, and specifically mentioning the fan-favorite pairing, **Oolong Jo**. The segment even went as far as to display a vivid, descriptive excerpt of a fanfiction, complete with a character smiling faintly with 'saliva visible between his slightly parted lips,' making his face 'more attractive.' It's safe to say this unexpected deep dive into fan culture on mainstream TV has left many Koreans both amused and a little bewildered.