BTS member V recently created a buzz among K-pop fans by sharing a song by BLACKPINK’s Rosé on his personal Instagram account. This action is seen by many as a break from a long-standing “taboo” within the K-pop industry.
V’s Instagram Story and Fan Reactions
V posted six Instagram stories featuring different songs. One of them was Rosé’s ballad “stay a little longer” from her solo album ‘rosie,’ released last year. This led to varied reactions from fans, with surprise being the most common sentiment.
The K-Pop “Taboo”
This situation highlights a known “taboo” in K-pop. BLACKPINK and BTS are two of the world’s most popular K-pop groups. They are often compared and even pitted against each other by the industry and the public. Some fans from both groups have disagreements, leading the members to generally avoid mentioning each other. This is likely done to prevent fan conflicts or rumors. This avoidance isn’t just between these two groups. It’s common for K-pop artists to avoid mentioning groups of the opposite sex or groups from different agencies. This could be due to business reasons or to avoid misunderstandings.
In today’s world, online activity, fan photos, and videos are closely watched. This makes artists very careful about their public interactions. Many fans have noticed this caution has increased in recent years because of technological advancements and changes in how K-pop content is marketed and consumed.
Fan Perspectives on the “Taboo”
Some fans think this “taboo” makes K-pop less fun. They mention award shows where artists avoid reacting to certain performances as an example. Other fans believe this careful behavior is necessary. They point out that even small interactions between artists can lead to fans creating false rumors of romantic relationships, which can then cause unwanted hate. This, they argue, makes artists feel they need to be extra cautious.
What do you think?
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