Katseye member Manon has become the latest celebrity to spark fierce online debate after a brief video of her leaving a Vetements after-party during Paris Fashion Week went viral, with some viewers accusing the singer of displaying 'main character syndrome'.
The clip, shared on X, shows Manon walking out of the exclusive event in a black ensemble as photographers and onlookers surrounded the venue. Although the footage lasts only a few seconds and contains no interaction with other guests, social media users quickly began analysing her body language, expression and confident walk.
One of the most widely shared reactions simply read: 'Main character syndrome is strong.'
The post quickly gained traction, prompting thousands of users to weigh in over whether the criticism was justified or whether the singer was being unfairly judged from an out-of-context clip.
You can tell she GENUINELY thinks she’s bigger than the group and it’s hilarious pic.twitter.com/6UbLrWy4rE
— 🖤⁵ (@underdaseaas) June 27, 2026
Critics and Supporters Clash Over Viral Video
The short video divided opinion almost immediately.
Some users argued that Manon appeared overly focused on herself as she exited the venue, suggesting her confident demeanour came across as self-important despite the limited footage.
Others questioned why the singer had become the focus of attention, with many pointing out that celebrities attending Paris Fashion Week are routinely photographed upon arrival and departure from exclusive events.
Supporters were quick to push back against the criticism, arguing that Manon's prominence within Katseye naturally attracts attention wherever she goes.
One fan wrote: 'She is tho, she's the most popular Katseye member and most people only liked Katseye because of Manon.'
Another added: 'Honestly she kinda is tho. She has been ever since Dream Academy. She's the one member people know outside of the group. Like I know who Katseye is but I can only name about 2 members of the group. When she was still in the group, I remember most celebs who ran into them would only interact with her, Lara, or Daniela.'
A third supporter echoed the sentiment, writing: 'She is though. Manon has always been the most popular member, and a lot of people only got into Katseye because of her.'
Others argued that labelling someone based on a clip lasting only a few seconds was unfair, noting there was no evidence that Manon ignored anyone or behaved disrespectfully during the event.
At the time of writing, Manon has not publicly addressed the online discussion.
Rising Fashion Profile Brings Increased Scrutiny
The viral moment comes as Manon continues to establish herself as one of Katseye's most recognisable members beyond music.
The Swiss-born performer first gained international attention through Netflix's Dream Academy, the survival programme that formed Katseye. Since the group's debut, she has built a strong online following while becoming an increasingly familiar face at luxury fashion events.
Her appearance at the Vetements after-party was part of another high-profile Paris Fashion Week outing, where celebrities, models, and influencers regularly attend exclusive runway shows and invitation-only celebrations.
The incident also highlights how quickly brief celebrity videos can become flashpoints for online debate. While critics interpreted Manon's confident walk as evidence of 'main character syndrome', supporters argued the reaction reflected her popularity rather than her behaviour.
For many fans, the discussion said more about the internet's tendency to overanalyse fleeting moments than it did about the singer herself. Nevertheless, the viral clip has once again placed Manon at the centre of social media conversation, demonstrating how even a few seconds of footage can ignite widespread debate during fashion's biggest week.
