by Journalist Lee Chang-gyu
BTS Jin's hug event has been receiving mixed opinions as information about the eligibility requirements was revealed. To participate in the event, one must have the ARMY membership and must purchase any album released after 'Proof' via Weverse Shop during the application period.
Additionally, it was noted that the entries are based on the total number of albums ordered from Weverse Shop from the 2nd to the 6th of June, not the number of orders itself.
This has caused dissatisfaction among fans. Many fans feel that the event loses its meaning since his only solo release before his military enlistment is 'The Astronaut.' Moreover, fans who already bought albums before have to buy more copies to participate, leading to criticism that the company is using this event purely to make money.
Netizens reacted with comments such as, "They should've just organized a fan meeting instead," "Is this really an event for the fans?" "This will harm the artist's image," and "They should've limited the eligibility to Jin's album only; What's this?"
-Isn't BTS one of the highest-earning groups of the company? Do they really need to go this far? It's not like BTS is a struggling idol group who needs to clear out their stock. The artist should speak up against this kind of thing.
-BTS, who built this billion-dollar company, are made to do this while they hand over a trillion won to that Scooter Braun guy. Classy.
-Wow, the more albums you buy, the higher your chances of winning. This is so petty for BTS's class...
-Is HYBE trying to make up for their losses here?
-This really feels like something a game developer would come up with. Do they see idols as gacha game characters or what?
-Unbelievable...
-That company only thinks about how to squeeze money out of us while neglecting their responsibilities. Please respect the artists and fans!!
-Wow, they seem to be really desperate for money.
-Do they really have to go this far?
-This is so embarrassing.
-This is just stock clearance, and it’s ruining the meaning of the hug event itself.
-Even if they do it, shouldn't it only be for Jin's album? Why include other members' albums?
-If their intention is pure, shouldn't it just be a random draw?
