Some thought it was rude while others thought it was justified.
Koreaboo
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A popular fourth-generation male idol’s reaction to BLACKPINK Jennie‘s recent performance has been met with mixed reactions.
BLACKPINK’s Jennie | @jennierubyjane/Instagram
On January 10, Jennie performed at the Golden Disc Awards.
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One of the songs performed was “like JENNIE,” and it was choreographed by Vata. ATEEZ Wooyoung‘s reaction to the performance sparked mixed reactions due to allegations against the choreographer.
ATEEZ’s Wooyoung | @wooyounggg__/Instagram
Vata was accused of plagiarizing ATEEZ’s choreography.
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Wooyoung has not been afraid of sharing his opinions, and even declined to do the “like JENNIE” challenge because of Vata’s involvement.
Viral Video Of ATEEZ’s Wooyoung Triggers Divided Reactions After He Declined Request To Do “Like JENNIE” Challenge
Videos of Wooyoung’s more neutral reaction to Jennie’s performance has gone viral with several videos sparking major reactions.
@lorztiv
crazy how ateez and vata was at the same event. wooyung not vibing is crazy cz if I was him I would’ve had stand up and danced but can’t blame him for the vata grudge. #ateez #wooyoung #kpop #fyp #makethisviral
♬ original sound – kpopholic – kpopholic
@z1kdrn
no wonder he was my bias back then #jennie #vata #wooyoung
♬ orijinal ses – 𝓢𝓶𝓮𝔁.303
@woosang1ee
wooyoung was so unbothered 😭 #ateez #jennie #40thgoldendiscawards #fyp
♬ like JENNIE – JENNIE
Some netizens hit back at the idol, explaining that it was Vata, not Jennie, that he had issues with, so his reaction wasn’t justified and came across as rude. Yet, many defended Wooyoung, explaining that he was being respectful by clapping, but they understood his feelings due to Vata.
You can read about more idols’ reactions below.
K-Pop Idols’ Reactions To BLACKPINK Jennie’s “Worst” Performance At 40th “Golden Disc Awards” Go Viral