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[hansan @han_san518]

So, a lot of what they do and say are controlled. It’s not that these cast members and idols are portraying a fake version of themselves, but try to a certain fixed way in order for the show to be successful. For idols, they want to maintain reputation and promote their music.

[hansan @han_san518]

Korean variety shows such as Running Man features a cast of known comedians, singers, and actors, and feature guest celebrities such as idols or actors. I think that these cast members and guest stars for the most part usually present a performance rather than their true selves.

[hansan @han_san518]

For the cast members, to a high extent they are portraying a character that is made to make the audience laugh and feel entertained, mixed with a bit of their own personalities as ‘funny’ people. Idols on the other hand are trained for years on how to present themselves on tv.

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@atsumrk The emergence of the PC Bang began and with thousands of them in Korea, it’s become a practice to go there with your friends. In a country where the gaming culture is so prevalent, it’s inevitable that there will be ones who believe they can be the best of the best. #koreangaming

[hansan @han_san518]

@atsumrk It would be good to know that Korea’s government invested in high broad band internet in the 90s which allowed for the gaming culture to begin. Tying in with the social culture such as young Koreans not inviting their friends over.

[hansan @han_san518]

@DemureSo In this case, many of the commentators state they are hungry or wish they can eat but cannot due to dieting or other personal reasons. Despite the article stating it’s different from person to person, not much was said about the latter. #mukbang

[hansan @han_san518]

@DemureSo Many of the comments in the mukbang video include people talking about how hungry they are becoming while watching. This relates to Strand and Gustafsson’s article about how watching mukband videos may either encourage or discourage eating for viewers.

[hansan @han_san518]

these affective communities but underneath it all it still is illegal and doesn't directly support the artists while the translators don't get profit. I also think it's important for South Korean media to realize that there are international audiences who need translations.

[hansan @han_san518]

As an active consumer of South Korean media, media in a language that I am not completely fluent in, a concern I have about fan translations include mistranslantions, and legality issues. Many translations are done volunteerinly so there's a big risk of misinterpretation.

[hansan @han_san518]

For instance, it can be concerning for kpop artists to be misinterpreted on their own platforms which can cause aggressive backlash and criticism against the artist when they didn't say anything wrong. In terms of legal issues, I think it's great that fans are able to create

[hansan @han_san518]

@jettresme foreigner in Korea, caused what used to be a slight rise in acceptance for foreigners instantly dropped because of how the media depicts them. He wasn't part of the specific issue or incident but it still affected him negatively because he is also foreign.

[hansan @han_san518]

@jettresme It's unsettling to see how Sam Okyere was criticised, even after living in Korea for so long and tried hard to assimilate into their culture. In an interview with Sam Okyere by Asian Boss, and also he discusses an experience he had of how one unfortunate event with another

[hansan @han_san518]

that fans have for their idols. This is also another way for fans to interact with idols for free. Ultimately, with offstage content, it is an opportunity for idols and fans to interact with one another.

[hansan @han_san518]

https://t.co/8dKiOfTkP5
The presentation of offstage moments by kpop idols provides fans with content that allows them to see new content of their favorite idols but also to share experiences and share thanks with their fans. For example with the linked Bangtan Bomb video,

[hansan @han_san518]

I feel this is a way for bts to show their fans their hard work. On another note, the creation of these content can be more work for idols having to continue carrying their personas offstage. In offstage moments some fans expect their idols to act certain ways to fit the image

[hansan @han_san518]

@sadgefroge #BTSisKPOP since they still promote their music as kpop and has developed a gateway for many international fans