• By Swati Singh
  • Wed, 27 Dec 2023 05:49 PM (IST)
  • Source:JND

Kpop Idols Continue To Promote Starbucks: During the global Starbucks boycott linked to alleged affiliations with Israel amid the Gaza war, K-pop idols have found themselves embroiled in controversy for seemingly endorsing the coffee giant. In an unexpected turn of events, a multitude of K-pop figures have been observed actively promoting Starbucks across various social media platforms.

Kpop Idols Criticised For Promoting Starbucks

This list of influencers includes SEVENTEEN's Hoshi, Jeon Somi, Kep1er’s Huening Bahiyyih, Yujin, and Xiaoting, IVE’s Liz, Wonyoung, Leeseo, Yujin, Gaeul, and Rei, TWICE’s Jihyo and Sana, EXO’s Chanyeol, ATEEZ’s Seonghwa and Hongjoong, Stray Kids’ Hyunjin and I.N, aespa’s Karina, CN BLUE’s Jung Yonghwa, Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon, Super Junior’s Siwon, Lee Donghae, Red Velvet’s Seulgi, THE BOYZ’s Jaehyun, 2 PM’s Taecyeon and Chansung, BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and Jennie.

This development has ignited conversations and debates within the K-pop community and beyond, as fans grapple with the unexpected intersection of their favorite idols and a global socio-political issue. The complexity of celebrity endorsements and their impact on public perceptions is being brought to the forefront, prompting a deeper examination of the responsibilities and considerations that come with wielding such influential platforms in the midst of significant global events.

Taking a note to Kpop idols promoting the popular brand online, netizens have expressed disappointment on micro-blogging site X, previously known as Twitter.Check reactions here: