It appears that the release of Taeyong's MV for "TAP" has generated controversy among Korean netizens.

Some criticisms revolve around perceptions of the MV having a strong "Japanese flavor," and there are concerns about cultural sensitivity and whether it might be seen as pro-Japanese.

The use of Japanese-themed settings and the appearance of a Japanese dance crew in the MV seem to have fueled these sentiments.

Korean netizens' reactions vary, with some expressing disappointment and frustration, while others question the appropriateness of the MV's theme.

It's important to note that public opinion can be diverse, and reactions to cultural content can be subjective.

It remains to be seen how the controversy surrounding the MV will unfold and whether there will be any response or clarification from Taeyong or SM Entertainment.

Cultural sensitivity and awareness are crucial aspects for artists and entertainment agencies when creating content that can reach a global audience.

Many did not hold back their harsh criticism, commenting, "Is he pro-Japanese? Just go to Japan!" "Can he even call himself Korean?" "Does he want to become Japanese..." "Even fans can't defend him on this one. They need to just take the MV down and never mention it ever again." "Everything about this is so Japanese that it's not even a controversy. It literally might as well be a Japanese MV by a J-Pop idol." "Well I will never ever listen to this song as long as I live." "Wow honorary Japanese." "This makes me so mad. And tomorrow is March First!" "Putting this MV out a week before March First... you have no one to blame even if people call you a traitor." "Just go to Japan and be a Japanese idol already." "Whoever thought of this idea, whoever gave the green light for this idea, whoever worked on this MV... nice to know there are so many pro-Japanese at SM." "Just go to the army already."

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BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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