Netizens were shocked.
Koreaboo
18 minutes ago
Recently, the treatment of Hearts2Hearts member Carmen sparked backlash online amid the group’s comeback with their second mini album, Lemon Tang.
In the new album’s concept photos, many felt that Carmen’s outfit differed from the other members’ and that it strayed from the album’s concept.
This caused a negative response from fans, with some claiming that SM had a long history with “xenophobia.”
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Most recently, Carmen fans sent protest trucks in front of the agency, demanding for fair treatment.
They demanded that she get the same amount of exposure as the other members.
- “Give Carmen the same styling and outfits for the ‘Lemon Tang’ promotions”
- “Give her the same treatment, exposure, and opportunities as the other members for official group activities.”
- “Guarantee the same amount of screen time, stage time, and vocal parts.”
Why is Carmen the only one in long pants when the members are all wearing shorts? Are you going to do the same styling for music broadcasts? SM needs to reexamine the stylists’ styling.
Netizens agreed the styling didn’t fit the concept, but was surprised fans would sent protest trucks for it.
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- “The outfit was pretty bad. I wondered why they made her wear that.”
- “Her outfit doesn’t fit the concept, and she stands out alone while everyone else is dressed like summer.”
- “Can’t believe the fandom sent a truck demanding physical exposure…”
- “This is the first time seeing fans asking for body exposure.”
- “There are times when the makeup, hair, and styling are bad.”