‘Send Us to Korea or We’ll Die’: The Tragic Obsession Behind a Final Demand

New Delhi, February 6, 2026: In a case that has sent shockwaves through the community, a final, desperate ultimatum has turned a household into a site of mourning. “Send us to Korea or we’ll die.” These were the words allegedly spoken by three young sisters to their father just hours before they jumped to their deaths from their apartment building yesterday.

The incident has highlighted a growing and dangerous phenomenon: the extreme isolation and radicalization of youth through “digital escapism.”

A House Divided by a Virtual Dream

For over two years, the three sisters—all minors—had reportedly withdrawn from reality. According to their father, they had stopped attending school and cut themselves off from their social circles. Their world had shrunk to the size of a screen, filled entirely with South Korean pop culture, dramas, and music.

The obsession went beyond fandom. The girls had reportedly:

• Renounced their identities: They stopped using their given names, insisting on being called by Korean names.
• Rejected their heritage: They reportedly became hostile when Indian culture was discussed and would skip meals in protest if their demands to move to Seoul were not met.
• Withdrawn from society: Their father noted they spent nearly 18 hours a day online, fueled by a singular desire to study and live in South Korea.

The Role of Online Influence

Local authorities are currently investigating the family’s claims that “online task-based games” or specific internet communities may have played a role in the sisters’ decision. Investigators are looking for signs of a “suicide pact” fostered in digital spaces where the line between reality and fantasy becomes blurred.

Psychologists warn that while “Hallyu” (the Korean Wave) is a global cultural force, for vulnerable individuals, it can become a vessel for maladaptive daydreaming. In this case, the girls’ perception of Korea was no longer a country, but a “utopia” they felt was the only place worth living in.

A Warning for Parents

The Ghaziabad police are currently questioning family members and analyzing the girls’ electronic devices. “This isn’t just about a love for music,” said one local official. “This is about how extreme isolation can lead to a complete break from reality.”

This tragedy serves as a grim reminder of the need for “digital literacy” and mental health awareness. When a hobby turns into an ultimatum, the underlying issue is rarely the destination—it’s the desperate need to escape the present.