Online controversy has erupted after the Father of <a href="https://delimiter.online/blog/K-pop-comebacks/” title=”KATSEYE”>KATSEYE member Daniela Avanzini made disparaging comments about BLACKPINK member Lisa. The incident, which unfolded on social media, has drawn widespread criticism from global fans and raised discussions about racism within the entertainment industry.
Origin of the Controversy
The situation began when Daniela’s father, whose identity has not been fully disclosed in official reports, posted comments on a social media platform. In these posts, he made racially charged remarks directed at Lisa, who is Thai. The comments were made in the context of discussing the recent hiatus of KATSEYE’s French-Cambodian member, Manon. The exact connection drawn by Daniela’s father between the two artists remains unclear from the publicly available posts.
Screen captures of the comments quickly circulated across fan communities on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. The nature of the remarks, which focused on Lisa’s ethnicity, was immediately condemned by fans of both BLACKPINK and the emerging group KATSEYE. The backlash was swift and intense, with thousands of users calling the statements unacceptable and racist.
Fan Reaction and Industry Response
The global fanbase, often referred to as K-pop stans, mobilized rapidly to express their outrage. Hashtags supporting Lisa and condemning the remarks trended in multiple countries. Many fans emphasized that such comments have no place in the modern, internationally-focused music industry. They called for accountability and an apology.
As of now, neither HYBE nor Geffen Records, the labels behind KATSEYE, have issued an official statement regarding the actions of Daniela’s family member. Similarly, there has been no public comment from BLACKPINK’s agency, YG Entertainment, or from Lisa herself. The focus of the controversy remains on the individual’s personal social media activity, which is separate from the official channels of the artists involved.
Background on the Artists Involved
KATSEYE is a newly formed multinational girl group created through the HYBE x Geffen audition program “The Debut: Dream Academy.” The group includes members from the Philippines, the United States, Switzerland, and South Korea. Daniela, whose father made the comments, is a member of this group. BLACKPINK’s Lisa is one of the most prominent Thai artists in the world and a global fashion and music icon. Her influence extends far beyond music, making any public criticism of her a significant event in pop culture circles.
The group KATSEYE is currently in a promotional period following their recent debut. Manon, another member, is currently on a temporary hiatus for personal reasons, a fact that was referenced in the original social media posts that sparked this incident.
Potential Implications and Next Steps
Industry observers note that controversies involving family members of idols can indirectly impact the artists’ careers, even if the artists themselves are not at fault. The pressure for a public apology or clarification is likely to continue from the fan community. The standard course in such situations often involves the individual issuing a personal apology on their social media platform or the affiliated artist’s agency releasing a statement to distance the artist from the remarks.
Moving forward, the public and media will be watching for any official communication from the involved entertainment companies. The resolution of this situation will likely depend on whether Daniela’s father chooses to address the criticism directly. Furthermore, the incident may prompt discussions within talent agencies about providing guidance to idols’ families regarding public conduct on social media, given their inevitable connection to the artists’ public profiles.
Source: Mashable
