Anonymous Managers Speak Up In Defence Of Red Velvet's Seulgi Following Her Controversy

In the wake of Red Velvet Seulgi’s recent controversy and subsequent apology, several anonymous managers have come forward to defend the idol, shedding light on the situation and offering their own perspectives.

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Seulgi faced criticism after a video surfaced showing her switching shoes with her manager at the airport in Taiwan. The incident led to significant backlash, prompting Seulgi to issue a heartfelt apology.

However, industry insiders have now spoken up, providing context and support for Seulgi’s actions.

Red Velvet’s Seulgi Issues Apology After Facing Backlash For Behavior Toward Staff

According to a report by Korean media outlet Kyunghyang, an anonymous industry insider expressed that the manager’s actions demonstrated consideration and professionalism. Instead, the gesture was misunderstood, and Seulgi was painted in a bad light.

It seems like a considerate act from the manager, showing attention to detail and professionalism. Can this really be framed as a ‘power trip’? Seulgi is known for being polite to staff, making this controversy even more regrettable.

— Manager A

A manager for another female idol shared a similar view, explaining that such incidents are common in the industry. Especially among girl groups.

Female idols often have to wear high heels, and if there are no spare sneakers, managers frequently lend theirs. It’s part of creating the best possible performance, and I’ve offered my sneakers before, too.

— Manager B

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Another manager — who also wished to remain anonymous — spoke highly of Seulgi’s reputation among managers. He also revealed more about how any other manager would act when faced with a similar issue.

Seulgi is so well-regarded among managers that there’s a saying, ‘I wish my idols were as good as Seulgi.‘

Of course, this was just a manager doing their job. I’m a male manager, but had our sizes matched, I would have lent my sneakers, too. If not, I would have bought slippers. But for an exposed area like the airport, I would have chosen sneakers that matched the fashion. The sneakers in the photo don’t clash with the outfit, and I would have made the same choice.

— Manager C

These manager testimonies provide a broader understanding of the situation and emphasize the normalcy of such actions in the industry. They also underline Seulgi’s positive reputation among her peers and staff, suggesting that the controversy may have been blown out of proportion.

Source: Kyunghyang