Korean pop sensation Rain, known for his illustrious career as an idol and his subsequent venture into management as CEO, finds himself engulfed in controversy once again.
This time, his remarks on audition shows have sparked a wave of backlash among netizens, fueled by grievances over his management style.
Backlash Mounts Over Rain's Audition Show Commentary
In a recent episode of his online program, "Season B Season," released shortly after the Lunar New Year, Rain discussed plans to expand his talent network.
Specifically, he proposed reaching out to undiscovered talents in smaller provinces, hinting at the possibility of a new survival or variety series. His comment about unearthing "hidden talents in the nation" triggered a swift and fierce reaction from online communities.
Netizens' Express Discontent with Rain's Management Track Record
Critics wasted no time in highlighting Rain's perceived mismanagement of groups under his purview, particularly MBLAQ and the more recent addition to his roster, Ciipher.
Here are the sentiments expressed by netizens in response to Rain's recent comments.
"Are you trying to ruin someone's life again?"
"It's too much. Do you think other people's lives are a place for your own self-actualization?"
"In the past, I liked him because he was a very hard-working person... but at some point... I don't know if he was always like that... but I don't have the ability to produce, so it's not a problem because I'm greedy."
"Ah... what an opportunity, wasn't it just a matter of debuting and then neglecting it?"
"I fucking hate the mindset that once you debut, it's over.. I get so upset when I see these kids."
"It's not just a business, it's the children's lives. Enter..."
"Are you human?"
"What are you talking about? Don't ever do that."
"Don't ruin the lives of these bright kids."
Online comments admonished Rain for his management shortcomings and urged him to reconsider his involvement in debuting new artists. The sentiment echoed sentiments from previous instances where Rain's scouting remarks drew ire from netizens, such as his controversial statement during a survival show.
Despite Rain's enduring success as an idol, resentment persists among netizens regarding his treatment of the groups he has launched into the spotlight. His inability to effectively manage and nurture these talents has fueled skepticism about his capacity to oversee new ventures in the industry.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
