In a recent Weverse live stream, NCT's Johnny sparked a wave of amusement and surprise among fans as he jokingly addressed the prevailing discontent many have toward SM Entertainment, the agency that manages NCT 127.
The K-pop industry has witnessed a common sentiment among fans, irrespective of the idol groups they support: dissatisfaction with the practices of their respective entertainment companies.
Acknowledging Fan Sentiments
SM Entertainment, in particular, has a lengthy history of facing criticism, ranging from legal disputes to accusations of overworking idols and mismanagement of schedules.
This discontent has not spared NCT 127, as evidenced by a recent incident where SM Entertainment faced backlash for seemingly insensitive promotional tactics.
A teaser photo for the group's latest comeback featuring Taeil's leg injury drew ire from fans and added fuel to the ongoing debate about the company's treatment of its artists.
Amidst these controversies, fans have often wondered if the idols themselves are aware of the grievances against their management.
During the Weverse live stream, Johnny provided a moment of comic relief, indirectly addressing the fans' displeasure with SM Entertainment.
The incident occurred when the group experienced technical difficulties due to slow internet reception, leading fans to jokingly blame SM's wifi.
Johnny: I think they just don't like SM.
Taeyong: Why?
Johnny: Anyone can see we are not at SM but they're saying "no wonder, [it's] SM's wi-fi."
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The exchange between Johnny and Taeyong, who questioned the reason behind the fans' discontent, further fueled the amusement.
Netizens' comments:
- "Even as an SM stan, I can't help but laugh at Johnny's comment. We all need a good laugh now and then!"
- "Johnny is the real MVP for addressing the fandom drama head-on. The tea has been spilled, and I'm here for the aftermath! "
- "We stan a king who isn't afraid to keep it real!"
- "Johnny is the hero we didn't know we needed! Spilling the tea with humor! "
- " Johnny just broke the internet with that comment! Fans and their wifi theories - he played us all like chess"
This incident took place amidst NCT 127's busy schedule as they prepare for their third world tour, Neo City: The Unity. The group is set to kick off the tour with six nights of performances in Seoul before embarking on a global journey.
Johnny's spontaneous remark showcased a playful interaction between the idols and their fans, highlighting the dynamic relationship between artists and their dedicated followers within the K-pop community.
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