KJ Apa has publicly criticized Mr Fantasy over a music video that features Apa's Riverdale friends, with Apa alleging that his image was stolen and his reputation was damaged. However, some outlets suggest that Apa may actually be Mr Fantasy, which would imply that the criticism is not genuine. The nature of the relationship between Apa and Mr Fantasy is unclear, with some reports indicating that Apa's criticism may be a ruse or a publicity stunt.