Bighit Music Apologizes Over Cortis Flight Boarding Delay, Denies Outfit-change Rumors

BIGHIT MUSIC has apologized after CORTIS was linked to a delayed boarding incident on a Paris-to-Incheon flight, while also denying separate claims that the group changed clothes on a boarding bridge.

The agency addressed the issue on June 30 after online posts claimed that CORTIS caused inconvenience to other passengers while returning to South Korea from Paris.

CORTIS had been in France for Paris Fashion Week schedules before taking the flight back to Incheon.

CORTIS Green Green album photo concept / CORTIS Instagram

BIGHIT MUSIC Apologizes to Passengers

BIGHIT MUSIC said it sincerely apologized to passengers who were on the same flight as CORTIS.

According to the agency, the group’s boarding was delayed because of heavy road congestion caused by a traffic accident on the way to the airport.

The statement came after online discussions claimed that the Paris-to-Incheon flight on June 26 was delayed because the members boarded late.

The agency acknowledged the inconvenience caused to fellow passengers, while explaining that the delay happened under unexpected traffic conditions.

Agency Denies Boarding Bridge Outfit-Change Claim

BIGHIT MUSIC also denied another rumor connected to the group’s airport behavior.

Some online claims alleged that CORTIS had blocked passenger movement and changed clothes on a boarding bridge during a previous flight from Japan.

The agency said that claim was not true.

It also denied allegations that the group had repeatedly boarded flights late before the Paris flight incident. According to the explanation, CORTIS had completed boarding before the deadline during a Japan departure in May.

CORTIS Green Green album photo concept / CORTIS Instagram

Online Debate Grows Around Idol Airport Etiquette

The incident sparked discussion online about K-pop idols, travel schedules and airport etiquette.

Because idol groups often move through airports with staff, security and tight schedules, even small delays or misunderstandings can quickly become public controversies.

In this case, BIGHIT MUSIC apologized for the inconvenience related to the Paris flight, but also pushed back against claims it said were inaccurate.

The situation shows how quickly airport-related posts can spread online, especially when they involve rising K-pop acts.

CORTIS Prepares for First World Tour

The controversy comes as CORTIS is preparing for a major career milestone.

The group is set to begin its first world tour on July 18 and 19 at Inspire Arena in Incheon.

As the tour approaches, public attention on the group is increasing both for its performances and for how the agency manages travel-related concerns.

With the agency’s apology and denial now public, fans are watching to see how CORTIS moves forward ahead of its upcoming concert schedule.