For those who are unfamiliar with Thai culture, Poom is dressed as Ngo Pa (เงาะป่า), a character from classical Thai literature, not as a parody of Black people.
Ngo Pa has been part of Thai literature and traditional performing arts for well over a century. The character is typically portrayed with dark skin, tightly curled hair, and clothing associated with a forest-dwelling community. This visual depiction has long been used in stage performances, school plays, and cultural events to represent that specific literary character.
Because the makeup includes darkened skin, it's understandable that some international viewers may immediately associate it with blackface, especially given the painful history of blackface in many Western countries. However, the historical and cultural context here is different. The costume is intended to recreate a well-known Thai literary figure rather than mock, stereotype, or imitate people of African descent.
That said, cultural context doesn't always translate across countries, and it's okay for people to ask questions or express concerns. The most helpful approach is to understand both perspectives: the Thai cultural reference behind the costume and the historical sensitivities surrounding similar imagery elsewhere.
How do you call yourself army but behave like Hobi is competition, a member from another group? He was the first one BH signed, the one that had everyone's ass dance properly which is what made BTS stand out. Shame on every tiny 7 fo- oh wait, to feel shame a brain is needed 😬
At 2024 MAMA, all the nominated members received Fan's Choice awards except hobi. This fandom celebrated it after cropping hobi out of a group photo. DON'T let this happen again.
STOP SPREADING MISINFORMATION/ DON'T BELIEVE SOLOS
- #jhope Didn't win any MAMA fan voted or Sales, Streaming & Music Critique-Based Main Award !
- he was nominated to 10 MAMA awards from 2022 : 2024 and he lost them ALL
[NOTICE] j-hope 'AND WHAT?' in SHENZHEN Opening Information
📆 Aug 30 - Sep 23, 2025
📍 K11 HACC, Prince Bay, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China.
🎫Ticket Open: Aug 14, 12PM (CST)
*Further details on ticket reservations will be announced soon.
#제이홉#jhope #jhope_ANDWHAT
#ANDWHAT #HYBEINSIGHT @HYBEINSIGHTtwt
Men’s Spring-Summer 2026 Show. House Ambassador j-hope attended the collection unveiling by Pharrell Williams. Watch the full show at https://t.co/UmJkvafGr4
#jhope#LVMenSS26#PharrellWilliams#LouisVuitton
Hey guys, some of Hobi's clips now have English subs. Check them out:
https://t.co/TEPvX4YF7H
https://t.co/wS6rXN5CxE
https://t.co/EiB7iVyxet
P.S. Be careful when uploading clips or sharing links from unofficial sources. MBC doesn't play. Post at your own risk.
[🏟] Highest grossing concerts by international acts at Palacio de los Deportes in Mexico City, in 2025 (so far, reported)
#1 #JHOPE
$6.1M Gross
33K+ Attendance
No. of Shows = 2