Kang Daniel has found himself in hot water for his sexist remarks about "Street Woman Fighter" (SWF) when he was comparing it to its male spin-off "Street Man Fighter" (SMF). Continue reading to know what he said that made fans upset.
Kang Daniel Faces Backlash for Sexist Remarks About 'Street Woman Fighter'
Kang Daniel has had a successful run as a host in the past few years, fronting various Mnet survival shows such as "Produce 48," "Street Woman Fighter," "Street Dance Girls Fighter," and now "Street Man Fighter."
But his recent comments comparing SWF with SMF angered many. Basically, fans asked Kang Daniel about the filming for "Street Man Fighter," but the male idol gave a response that fans felt was sexist and belittling.
Kang Daniel said, "To be honest, it was so comfortable because they were all men. I'm happy. Because my energy doesn't get sucked out of me. I was very scared in the beginning actually. But 'Street Woman Fighter' was scarier and I like [what I'm doing] now more."
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He went on to say, "No, but what's wrong with saying I was scared? Try to picture one man standing in front of 60 people. It was scary, right? Even my hands were shaking from holding those cue cards at first."
Fans weren't happy about this message of his as he used the term "energy-sucking" in Korean, which is often used to pertain to situations involving cliques of women in Korea. It is typically used to patronize and subtly place women under the stereotype that women are cattier than men.
When fans pointed this detail out, Kang Daniel continued to upset fans by blocking people who tried to educate him.
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"They're noonas who do their eyeliner and makeup fiercely too," Kang stated. "What do you mean I'm being sexist? I'm at loss for words... I'll just skip through it. Blocking them beep boop. Wheee goodbye."
He added, "Such people would be the ones who get angry when they attend stand-up comedy shows. Just live comfortably. Life is already too difficult."
The "Street Man Fighter" host then tried to save the situation by saying that he is familiar with many of the "Street Woman Fighter" dancers as he was previously in the underground dancing scene too. He also claimed that trained in the same underground scene.
"I'm not lying but I know almost all of them," Kang Daniel said. "All of them are like close dancer dongsaengs of hyungs that I know. Me too, I was someone who honed my skills in the underground scene. That's why I could become the MC. LOL."
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Screenshots of Kang's messages were shared on social media and an online community, and left netizens surprised and displeased with his comments.
A few of the comments are as follows:
- "This is the typical man who tries to bring down impressive women LOL."
- "Can't he think for a while before writing, why is he like that?"
- "But there's probably 99% of women attending his concert, I bet he was so scared performing in front of them. How is he even able to perform?"
- "The fact that he could say that to the fans is shocking and dumbfounding. Just why did he feel the need to say this?"
- "Talking behind the participants of SWF and SMF? Seriously, he lacks manners and principles."
What are your thoughts on Kang Daniel's messages? Share with us in the comment box below!
Kang Daniel to Hold Offline, Online Concert in Seoul
In other news, Kang Daniel is scheduled to hold an online and offline concert in Seoul, titled "FIRST PARADE IN SEOUL."
It will take place for two days, from Aug. 13 to 14, at Jangchung Arena. The show starts at 6 p.m. KST on the first day, while the second concert will begin at 5 p.m. KST.
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Written by Maria Scott
