Taeyang’s Remarks Spark Controversy Among ARMYs; Instagram Filled with ‘BTS Paved the Way’ Comments

Taeyang’s CNN Interview Sparks Controversy Among K-Pop Fans

In a recent interview with CNN that aired on December 31, Taeyang, a member of the iconic K-pop group BIGBANG, reflected on the group’s significant influence in the music industry since their debut in 2006. He acknowledged the vital role BIGBANG played in paving the way for future K-pop artists to achieve international success.

Taeyang Celebrates BIGBANG’s Legacy

During the interview, Taeyang expressed gratitude for the doors BIGBANG opened for many emerging K-pop groups, allowing them to take their performances to global platforms. He stated, “Thankfully, we were able to open doors to global markets for many K-pop bands that came after us, and they can perform on world stages.” He emphasized that while he does not claim the full credit, it is fulfilling to see the impact of their contributions.

Mixed Reactions from Fans

Unfortunately, Taeyang’s remarks triggered a wave of backlash from fans of BTS, known as ARMYs. Some fans took to social media to voice their discontent. One user commented, “If it weren’t for BTS, your faves would have just been stuck in Korea. Be thankful to BTS kiddos,” highlighting the competitive nature between fandoms.

#TAEYANG in #CNN [Full Intro & Interview](Let’s wait for the 20th anniversary fellow VIPs 🥹💛-Shared from yb_vip@instagram pic.twitter.com/bHeH5pF4Xl

— BigBang M.VIP Family (@BigBangMVIPFami) January 2, 2025

The negativity escalated on Taeyang’s Instagram, where his posts were inundated with comments asserting BTS’s role in the K-pop industry’s growth. One tweet observed, “

BTS fans spamming Taeyang IG with hateful comments because Taeyang said he’s glad he was a part of many artists who open the doors for many others. Through the years, ARMYs have spammed all BIGBANG accounts with hateful comments when BIGBANG never mentioned them or their fav.

— KLIFE (@8KLIFE) January 3, 2025

Support from Fellow K-Pop Fandoms

As the incident piqued the interest of BIGBANG’s loyal fanbase, the VIPs rallied to defend Taeyang, posting supportive comments across his social media platforms. Fans asserted, “BIGBANG opened the door,” showcasing the group’s vital contributions to the K-pop scene.

In an uplifting move, fans from other K-pop groups also expressed solidarity with BIGBANG. Comments like “EXO-Ls supporting and protecting you, too,”and “I’m Carat but I support BIGBANG,”highlighted the shared admiration among different fandoms.

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