On February 27, YG Entertainment unveiled the first teaser for TREASURE's upcoming dating show, igniting a flurry of contrasting responses from fans worldwide.
A New Concept Raises Eyebrows
Amidst speculation surrounding TREASURE's venture into the realm of dating-themed content, the release of the teaser trailer was met with a spectrum of emotions among devoted followers.
Single's Inferno Vibes and International Applause
The teaser, showcasing the group's members entering a dating show-esque setting, drew parallels to the popular Netflix series "Single's Inferno," evoking laughter and excitement from international fans.
Notably, the prospect of daily jewel exchanges between the female contestant and the TREASURE members added an intriguing twist to the narrative.
Divergent Views: Korean Netizens Versus International Enthusiasm
However, while international fans embraced the innovative concept as a platform for TREASURE to exhibit their personalities in a groundbreaking manner, Korean netizens expressed reservations.
Concerns were raised about the potential repercussions on the group's image and fanbase, highlighting cultural and industry-specific sensitivities.
Netizens' Reactions
Here are the online community's responses to the trailer of the TREASURE's dating show.
- "Oh, I'll tell you roughly what they're aiming for. It's all scripted anyway, so giving that gem has already been decided, and since it's only 4 days anyway, it's not like it's going to be emotional, and instead, it'll just be a quick feed to the viewers."
- "I hate it when I think of my idol being filmed."
- "The women aren't shown as much as I thought, and it feels like an observational show focusing on male idols haha. It's more like flirting, appealing, and being chosen, rather than something like True Love Line."
- "Oh no, it looks fun haha"
- "Fans will be heartbroken, but non-fans might watch it for the dopamine hit."
- "I think this is similar to Epik High's past show on Mnet," "I think. I remember a real couple came out of that show."
- "Is the label crazy?"
- "Weren't Treasure's Japanese fans carrying them? Is YG crazy?"
- "Even if they make a hit show, the fans will leave, and if the show does badly, they will still lose their fans. But I think they'll be a hit with international fans."
- "First, I am glad they aren't my idols... They should have just made content showing them playing with each other. I'm sure their fans would have been happy to watch them just hanging out with one another."
YG Entertainment's Bold Gamble
Despite the polarizing opinions, YG Entertainment's decision to embark on this uncharted territory underscores a strategic gamble. The studio aims to leverage the show as a catalyst for broadening the group's appeal to a diverse audience, albeit with inherent risks.
The debate rages on, fans await the unveiling of the show with a mix of trepidation and curiosity. Whether TREASURE's foray into the dating show genre will prove to be a triumph or a misstep remains to be seen.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
