Jihoon Draws Outrage Amid Controversial Post On Memorial Day— ‘Is Stirring Controversy Your Hobby?’

By Manilyn Alkuino Jun 07, 2023

Korea commemorated its solemn Memorial Day yesterday, a day dedicated to expressing gratitude and paying tribute to the courageous military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation.

However, amidst the remembrance and reflection, a popular idol and member of "Treasure" named Jihoon faced severe backlash for his choice of music recommendation on this significant day.

Treasure's Jihoon's Controversial Post

In a now deleted post, Jihoon had suggested the song "Ms. Phenomenal" by the renowned Japanese band RADWIMPS, which is widely recognized as the official soundtrack of the Japanese film, The Last 10 Years.

The repercussions were swift, as netizens voiced their discontent over Jihoon's song selection, citing the lingering wounds from Japan's historical occupation of Korea as the reason for their outrage.

Many argued that the idol's recommendation was inappropriate given the sensitivity surrounding the date and the painful memories associated with Japan's actions.

Netizens React

Critics took to social media platforms to express their discontent, questioning Jihoon's judgment and urging him to exercise greater awareness.

They lamented his failure to recognize the significance of the date, with comments such as: "

"Regardless of the song's quality, it was crucial to consider the timing and refrain from sharing the post. It's truly baffling. What were you thinking, Jihoon?"

Another comment read, "Jihoon, today is Memorial Day. Surely you possess the capacity for common sense?"

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Netizens Reiterate the Importance of Respect

Outraged netizens emphasized the importance of respecting the historical context and urged Jihoon to exercise caution before making public recommendations.

A frustrated comment read, "It's June 6th, Jihoon. Surely you are aware of the significance of this day? How can we trust you? This is unacceptable..."

Amid the mounting controversy, some critics even went so far as to question Jihoon's motives, accusing him of seeking attention through creating controversies.

One comment harshly stated, "Is stirring up controversy your new hobby?"

Another commenter advised him to carefully consider the consequences of his actions, saying, "Think twice before you act!"

In response to the heated backlash, Jihoon ultimately decided to remove the post without issuing a statement addressing the controversy, leaving many to speculate on his motivations and intentions.