Recently, media outlet Tenasia published an article regarding the controversy surrounding the “fairness” of selecting music show hosts.
A-na, who is a part of SM Entertainment’s new girl group Hearts2Hearts, set to debut on February 24, has been selected as the MC for MBC’s Music Core along with ZEROBASEONE’s Kyuvin and TWS’ Dohoon.
While the other two hosts have been active in the industry for over a year, A-na has yet to debut officially.
Being an MC for a music show is a great opportunity for idols to make an impression and help make your face and name known, bringing attention to the group.
However, compared to the other two hosts, who have gradually risen to their respective positions, A-na still has yet to show anything.
News of A-na being selected as an MC came before her official debut. The only thing that stands out is that she is a part of SM. If it weren’t for the SM effect, there would be no reason to select A-na as an MC. That is why negative attention is being received towards her.
— Tenasia
While there are no standards or guidelines for selecting a music MC, they felt that many people would find it difficult to accept the news.
Since she received this position thanks to her agency, the public is likely to view her with stricter standards, and the burden on her shoulders will most likely become heavier.
— Tenasia
However, netizens weren’t buying the report and felt it was all just media play.
- “Tenasia again…”
- “Ridiculous…what do you mean ‘fairness’.”
- “I think they need to take care of some fairness.”
- “This is blatant viral marketing.”
What are your thoughts on this?
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