In the fast-paced world of K-pop, labels matter, and fans are quick to defend the dignity of their favorite groups.
Recently, a storm brewed in the K-pop community as TXT fans expressed their discontent with the label "BTS dongsaeng group."
The controversy emerged after an original tweet, which has since been deleted, criticized the use of the term and suggested an alternative like 'great performers' for BTS.
Social Media Erupts: Fans Speak Out
The sentiment resonated among TXT fans, leading to the creation of a trending hashtag that expressed their collective displeasure.
The common thread in the fans' reactions centered around the belief that such labeling undermines the artistic identity of TXT. Comments flooded various social media platforms, with fans echoing their dissatisfaction.
While some fans acknowledge the potential need for subtitles and explanations for non-idol audiences, they argue that perpetuating the "dongsaeng group" label is counterproductive and fuels discontent among dedicated fanbases.
Other Netizens' Reaction
Here are the reactions from TXT fans as they vocalized their dissatisfaction with the term "BTS dongsaeng group.
" I don't like the word 'younger brother group', but didn't you use it because it's a word that Muggles can understand more than 'hive affiliation'? The main audience is not idol fans. If fans don't like it, they don't like it. The production team must have found the most appropriate word for viewers to understand"
"I don't like it, but even here, there are people who scratch and aggro T-fans with that. I see it sometimes, but
"I didn't like it. I had no sense of subtitles. That was"
"I might not like it... It's a group with a lot of years of experience, but aren't there enough other qualifiers"
"I might dislike it, but I'm not a newbie with nothing to introduce yet,"
"There's no one who won't like it.. I don't like subtitles like that even though I'm a regular fan."
"yes, we both feel bad for each other haha Kepler's grades + popularity and ㅇㅅㅇ grades + popularity cannot be compared so it is meaningless haha"
In summary, the hashtag trending among TXT fans highlights a shared sentiment of disapproval towards the labeling of their favorite group.
The controversy raises broader questions about the impact of such labels on the K-pop landscape and the delicate balance between accessibility for general audiences and maintaining the artistic integrity of idol groups.
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