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Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did Hoshi throw ‘shade' at BTS? SEVENTEEN member's online activity has fans calling him ‘bitter about Bangtan's success'
SEVENTEEN's Hoshi has found himself at the center of online discussions after his social media activity triggered unexpected controversy. The singer-dancer, known for his passion for performance and choreography, recently liked a viral Instagram reel. The reel revisited SEVENTEEN 's powerful stage at the 2019 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA). The seemingly simple gesture has since divided netizens, sparking debates about its meaning. Did Hoshi's like on 2019 MAMA post subtly 'shade' BTS? The Instagram post in question featured a clip of SEVENTEEN performing their hit track Hit at the 2019 MAMA. The caption read: 'Never forget SVT performance of Hit on 2019 MAMA right after they lost the Best Dance Performance Award.' The tone of the caption suggested that the group delivered an unforgettable performance despite not taking home the trophy that night. Once fans noticed that Hoshi had liked the post, screenshots of his activity began making rounds across X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and online communities. While the reel didn't mention any specific artist, the fact that BTS had won the Best Dance Performance award that year fueled speculation and assumptions. Fans debate Hoshi's Instagram like Hoshi's like quickly became a topic of debate. Some interpreted it as a subtle dig or 'shade' directed at BTS, implying bitterness over the award outcome. These critics suggested that liking a post that highlights SEVENTEEN's loss while drawing attention to their superior performance could reflect underlying dissatisfaction. On the other hand, many fans defended Hoshi. They state that the reel simply celebrated SEVENTEEN's efforts and energy on stage, without targeting anyone. Supporters emphasized that the post did not mention BTS by name, and reading negativity into it was speculative at best. Others noted that fans often like posts out of appreciation or nostalgia, rather than to make a pointed statement. In Hoshi's case, many believe his like reflected pride in his group's hard work during a memorable moment in their career. Hoshi's history of respect toward BTS Longtime SEVENTEEN fans were quick to bring up Hoshi's positive remarks about BTS in the past. He has openly spoken about how the group inspired him, especially during SEVENTEEN's early years. In interviews and variety appearances, Hoshi has credited BTS for paving the way in global K-pop and praised their stage presence. Given this history of admiration, many believe that assuming any ill intent from Hoshi is not only unfair but also inconsistent with his public image and values. Despite the chatter, Hoshi has not commented on the situation, and PLEDIS Entertainment has also remained silent.
Korea Herald
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
2025 MAMA Awards to be held in in November
This year's Mnet Asian Music Awards ceremony will be held in Hong Kong on Nov. 28-29, organizer CJ ENM announced Thursday. In celebration of the 30th anniversary of music channel Mnet, the award show will return to the city that has hosted MAMA Awards the most times — from 2012 to 2018. Mnet launched the K-pop awards in 1999. Known then as the Mnet Music Video Festival, MAMA has since grown to be one of the most prestigious annual music awards shows in the K-pop industry. The upcoming ceremony will be the largest ever and will take over Kai Tak Stadium, which opened in March and can accommodate up to 50,000 in audience. Last year, the ceremony was held in Los Angeles, a first for a K-pop award show, before heading to Osaka, Japan, drawing a total audience of about 93,000. G Dragon marked his solo comeback at the awards ceremony while Rose and Bruno Mars performed 'APT.' for the first time on stage. Last year's biggest winner was Seventeen which nabbed seven trophies, including the grand prize and album of the year. Aespa took home six trophies, including song of the year for 'Supernova.'
Korea Herald
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Interview: Izna returns with ‘Sign' of things to come
Rookie girl group Izna, who debuted through the K-pop audition show "I-Land 2: N/a" in November, dropped its new digital single "Sign," Monday, four months after releasing its first EP, "N/a." At a roundtable interview with reporters held at a coffee shop in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Wednesday, the six active members of the group -- Yoon Ji-yoon is on a temporary hiatus due to health issues -- shared their thoughts on returning with a new song and showcasing a new side of themselves. Combining sensuous lyrics with a catchy melody, "Sign" is a love song that conveys the courage and certainty of expressing love through a clear signal. "I think fans will really love it. It's a sentimental and dreamy track that only Izna can pull off," Jeong Saebi said. "Since it's our first song after our debut track, I was curious about the concept. It's sentimental, and I think we'll be able to show our unique style with it," Choi Jung-eun said. Ryu Sa-rang shared her hope to demonstrate growth in various areas through the new release. "'Sign' is a song where our voices really stand out. We talked a lot among ourselves and asked the producer for advice while practicing," Ryu said. The single, like the debut EP, was produced by top producer Teddy and his team at The Black Label. "Since emotional delivery is important in this song, Teddy told us it's crucial to maintain that emotion throughout, even in a single line," Ryu said. "Just having Teddy involved gives us a sense of responsibility and motivation. We're truly honored to work with him," Mai added. The group members expressed their determination to make up for the void left in the absence of Yoon Ji-yoon. "Ji-yoon's health is our top priority. We were sad not to promote as seven, but we're each taking more responsibility to make up for it," Bang Jee-min said. The seven-member group gained early attention through the global audition show and achieved notable chart success with its debut EP, including topping the iTunes Top Albums chart in 14 countries and reaching No. 1 on Apple Music's K-pop rankings in Japan and Rakuten Music. They were also named one of the "8 Rookie K-pop Acts to Watch in 2025" by Izna also made a strong impression at year-end performances and award shows. The group performed at the 2024 Mnet Asian Music Awards before making an official debut and later appeared at the SBS and MBC year-end music festivals, as well as the 39th Golden Disc Awards. The members noted that they still feel nervous on stage but are slowly growing more comfortable. "We're still nervous, but now we try to enjoy the stage more," said Mai, who also recalled realizing their popularity for the first time during a recent trip to Japan. "I didn't expect it, but Japanese fans recognized us. My friends told me they heard Izna's song playing on the streets, and even sent me videos." On Feb. 1, Izna took the stage at Tokyo Dome for the Laposta 2025 event, just two months after the group's debut. "I had only ever watched concerts from the audience. Performing there felt like a dream. I hope to perform a solo concert there someday," Mai said. When asked about Izna's strength as a group, Jeong likened them to a rainbow. "Each member brings a different charm, and together, we create synergy. That's our strength," Jeong said. Bang emphasized the power of fan support. "We debuted through a survival show, and the fans helped create us. Each member also has a different training background, which helps us try a variety of things," Bang said. While most K-pop groups spend years training together before their launch, Izna was formed in a comparatively short time, raising concerns about potential clashes. But members said they worked hard to build mutual respect. "We tried to align our minds from the beginning. We respected each other's opinions and talked things through. Now, we can understand each other just by a glance," Ryu said. As for goals, Bang hopes to achieve first place on a music show and chart rankings. Choi said she wants to meet more global fans through overseas performances. Bang, who has experience as a child actress, shared her ambition to explore acting again. "I'd like to try acting someday. I also want to try photo shoots again." Koko said she hopes to showcase more of her dancing skills. "I haven't tried a chic, cool concept yet, and I'd love to do one. I also want to show my skills through dance content or covers," Koko said.
