For the entertainment industry, especially Asian artists, the concepts of lifestyle and morality that fans impose on them are very strict. In particular, кσяєα is the harshest market when stars always have to try to stay away from noise, especially related to relationships with fellow artists of the opposite ѕєχ or A-list superstars.
That is also the reason why BTS once expressed that since becoming global Kpop superstars, they have not had many friends or been able to maintain relationships with other colleagues because others are afraid of approaching them. Singer Bibi's reaction when she revealed that she had the phone numbers of some BTS members clearly shows why other celebrities are shy about their friendship with the group.
Since then, fans have also become aware of how wrong it is to impose prejudices or be toxic or impolite towards celebrities related to BTS, and what consequences it leads to:
BTS is one of the top Kpop artists and has received a lot of love from their peers thanks to their humble attitude and good personality throughout their career. They are also friends with many other celebrities, making fans admire the superstars' friendship.
However, many times the status of top Kpop superstars affects their friendships. Jin and SUGA mentioned many times that "It seems like people are uncomfortable around BTS" while RM also revealed that he started to close himself off and had difficulty connecting with people after BTS became famous.. .Although there could be many reasons, clearly one of them is that people fear att@cks from toxic fans.
Just by revealing a little about their friendship with BTS or sharing photos together, an artist can become the focus of criticism from some toxic fans for allegedly taking advantage of their fame. of the group or whatever reason they can get. Well, not all fans react negatively when other artists mention BTS, but most do, especially female artists.
Recently, female singer Bibi also showed how worried she felt when she a̾c̾c̾i̾d̾e̾n̾tally revealed that she had the phone numbers of 2 of the BTS members. This shows that the reaction of many toxic fans has caused other celebrities to misunderstand how the entire fandom behaves and to be hesitant about revealing their friendship with the group.
Specifically, in one program, female singer Bibi was asked who is the most famous person she has in her phone. Then, she suddenly gave the answer that it was RM's number and then mentioned Jungkook's phone number. However, while answering, Bibi could not avoid being shy and awkward to clarify to other fans who saw this video that she had their numbers but was not as close as "many people think".
Bibi said in fear that she would receive negative reactions from ARMYs after watching: "RM i guess? I don't know maybe he changed his number. ~laughs~ We are not that close. So yeah maybe RM and Jungkook I guess. I'm not close with them. I just got to know their phone numbers. ARMYs don't come for me, I didn't mean no harm we're acquaintances. I mean, this looks more suspicious... But you know I wanted to tell because you know I want no hater. You cool, you cool ARMY? I love u, I love u,I love u too. You love Me? Hey I trust you ~laughs~".
When seeing the reaction of the female singer who was afraid that ARMYs would feel uncomfortable because she had the phone numbers of several BTS members, true fans felt embarrαssed. They left comments hoping that the female singer or other famous people wouldn't misunderstand everything:
- It's so sad. Everyone had to hide BTS related things just like being friends with them even this small things like that bcz of toxic ARMY. Almost all the celebs thought we are ḅüŀŀÿ but I'm happy tannies know we aren't like that we love them so much not all the people are same
- I want some1 to tell her we mostly r problem free & do not have any issues it. The problem makers which are mostly solos & akages are perceived as army by GP. Solos starts problems for nothing & then trends stupid tags & the GP who doesn’t know the diff will say army is toxic.
- I get why she said that tho bc unfortunately there are toxic armys
- I'm sad.. other artists are scared of us but trust me real and matured Armys are sweetest people. the only problem in our fandom is that immature toxic people. They're not Armys. I love you too Bibi
- BIBI x RM when? Imagine a ѕєχy concept omg omg
- Awe luv Bibi. Would love them to have a collab with her.
- I love bibi why she thinks we are scary
- Bibiiii don't feel guilty about it babeee we love youuu
- It's so sad that people only know the protective side of our fandom but not the supportive, beautiful,caring side!!..
- Bibi.. We r okay.. We're happy that to know the boys have other celebrities friends..
- I like this for her, she’s just being real. But the “fear” instilled bec of ARMY…unfortunately…that’s not good
Meanwhile, female singer Bibi was reportedly invited by RM to collaborate on one of his solo projects, possibly an album released next year. Previously, she was also spotted at the listening party before j-hope released Jack In The Box. Like other colleagues in the industry, it is normal for Bibi and BTS to keep in touch. True ARMYs will even be excited if they can collaborate on future projects!