EXO’s Suho finds himself in hot water after a seemingly innocent social media post.
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EXO member Suho is facing criticism from fans for his recent endorsement, or perceived endorsement, of McDonald’s. The K-pop idol shared a photo of a McDonald’s meal on the fan communication app, Bubble, on August 2, sparking controversy due to the fast-food chain’s involvement in the ongoing BDS (Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions) movement.
[240802] SUHO 벏옳
-‘I ate McDonald’s for the first time in a year and a half’ -‘The last time was a year plus back in Gyeongju😅’
Reply from ARTIST 👤: What do you live off of then ,,,,? 🐰: ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋDew 💧
The BDS movement targets companies that support Israel, and McDonald’s has been a primary focus due to its donations of free meals to the Israeli army. The company has also purchased all of its Israeli restaurants, further entrenching its ties to the country.
🇮🇱 McDonald's is providing free food distribution to the Israel Defense Forces. pic.twitter.com/DKzF5sP4bA
We’re not falling for it. By directly acquiring the 200+ Israeli branches, McDonald’s has become more, not less, complicit in Israel’s genocide and underlying system of apartheid. McDonald’s’ move to gain more “control over its brand” won’t cut it.https://t.co/rVKpiK34tC
While Suho’s post was not a paid advertisement, many fans view his open association with the brand as a form of free marketing. This is particularly upsetting given the idol’s previous participation in a charity event to raise funds for children in Gaza. The perceived hypocrisy of his actions has led to widespread disappointment among fans.
Why there's no big accounts talking about this and trying to make him know about what happened in the world!!!!!!! Suho we all know that u supporting Palestine but u can't share this? If u can't boycott then at least don't share about any brand!!!#SUHOpic.twitter.com/VONaDYkzrD
I'm so confused. I heard that suho and chuu participated in a fundraiser for Palestine. Now suho is eating McDonald's and promoting it? I'm out of words honestly. And he mentioned that he hasn't eaten mcd for a year and a half so why are you eating it now 🙁 oh my god. pic.twitter.com/0HL7tzRZoA
— Taleen⁷ | Check pinned 🇵🇸🫒 (@tallume_07) August 2, 2024
no way suho is eating mcdonald’s and posting pictures on bubble about it??!! he knows 100% about what’s happening in palestine and why everyone is boycotting. he even did a donation concert thing for palestine so why would he even do that
Hello EXO Please listen to the international fans, don't be ignorant and tone deaf. What is happening in Gaza is a very serious issue, so please stop funding companies that support people who are hurting them. #BOYCOTT_GENOCIDE#SUHO#수호#EXO#엑소@weareoneEXO
This isn’t the first time a K-pop idol has faced backlash for their connection to McDonald’s. BTS member V previously encountered similar criticism for a post about the fast-food chain. You can read more about it from this link below.
As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Suho and his agency will address the issue.
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