PARASITE 4 OSCARS / T.O.P "NO COMEBACK in KOREA" / Transgender kicked from Women's Uni. [D-K NEWS]

[@hanamiumel2650]

The moment of “Parasite“ winning “Best Picture“ was soooooo touching! Really!!! I felt so proud and I'm not even a Korean.😂 But really! It's very meaningful for the international film industry!!👏👏

[@anukatariinasutinen9056]

I agree

[@rainbowcupcakegames]

Me too! Last year when Roma won some Oscars, I was so elated because its was all Mexican made (and it made me proud because I am mexican). So seeing a non-English film get recognition in America is a big deal. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@miki101000]

Same here

[@Momogamer9]

Never heard of parasite

[@shreya446]

@@Momogamer9 looks like you just did.

[@singerg02]

T.O.P: "People are mean." People: *proves him right*

[@pennyinheaven]

Because he is just right.

[@cash_eye]

He hit it right on the money

[@dinis6614]

he is honest

[@BluesRiffage]

Imagine Drake or Chris Brown came out and said they won't tour North America anymore because of mean comments. You know how badly they'd be roasted on Twitter? They'd be torn a new asshole by influencers, comedians, late night hosts, etc. Idol culture is so pussified and snowflakey in comparison. You're gonna let critics, trolls and anonymous children bully you to the point of retirement and even suicide? Skin is so thin it's transparent.

[@mariar3767]

@@BluesRiffage I wonder if you would talk the same if the comments were directed to you. Just because it could be worst it does not make it right to send people hate

[@lilleeirin]

TOP calling out knetz for being evil, then knetz goes online and proves his points.

[@12e_1]

I am always surprised about the amount of hate Which is spread by knetz. Are they all so unsatisfied that they have to hate at all what doesn't suit them?

[@eirindoeskpop]

@penny w yis he dissed them all

[@clansurf2253]

First news: I’m so proud to be korean!! Second news: can I not be korean anymore

[@jesshrm1]

Totally... this is how I felt.

[@anukatariinasutinen9056]

It´s sad, One Big step ahead and Two steps back. I mean tolerance a things. I purp💜le You

[@maijahpein6655]

This comment is Savage. I love it. Sooooo true.

[@fallenangel021402]

i’m amazed at how versatile the korean actors are and how well the script are perfectly executed that i would always prefer them than english ones. But speaking as an outsider, there’s so many things how their society can change for the better.

[@lenaxyz2458]

I just thought the same

[@nicoleshh]

I just read that TOP deleted all his IG posts. I hope he’s ok.

[@randomuser48]

nicole3359 he unfollowed everyone too😔

[@nicoleshh]

Rosetta Riddle ah jeez. That’s really concerning to me. If something happens to him I’m going to be heartbroken and furious.

[@roter13]

Anyone else's heart drop to their stomach.

[@shreya446]

oh no oh no oh no i'm so scared rn please keep him safe dear god please

[@randomuser48]

nicole3359 honestly I’m scared too, but during his live he mentioned that even though he doesn’t feel good he’s okay; and he always used to post stories of him with his friends and says that their taking care of him so we shouldn’t worry.

[@artyclainY]

"Parasite" stuck a cord with Western people because of the displayed class war - which is a problem in all societies (increasingly in the US & the EU too). Western viewers can relate to Kim family despite Korean-specifc cultural references and metaphors, and the movie deserves all the recognition. In my opinion, it was the best movie of 2019! That said, "Best Picture" win for "Parasite" was a VERY welcome surprise from the Academy! 👏👏👏

[@isadoof2532]

I am from Haiti, a small country with a lot of inequalities between the rich and the poor. When I saw Parasite, I could EXACTLY see the same plot going on in Haiti. I am so proud of Bong Joon Ho for depicting such a common reality in the world.

[@dr.nikitavirdiya5268]

I am from india and feel the same! There were many scenes that gave me goosebumps at the irony of reality

[@rozariofraccil2397]

🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹

[@egglito]

In Slovenia and Croatia it's exactly the same.

[@giolino277]

Same in Brazil

[@gabbyb.5143]

@@rozariofraccil2397 c'est haitian? ✊🏾😭✊🏾

[@chasingthedragon317]

In America, we say "a drunk man's words are a sober man's thoughts". I think TOP Means what he says.

[@catsaremylife8946]

this is the same in the UK, when you're drunk you speak the truth you wouldn't say otherwise. I think he means it too, and to be honest it would probably be better for his mental health.

[@raghadalashoor6650]

I don't think so I honestly think he's going through mental problems something like sulli but he's at the start of it Let's hope he doesn't do anything crazy

[@ann-fu6lp]

CHASING THE DRAGON agreed

[@raghadalashoor6650]

@(0-0) I don't think so

[@raghadalashoor6650]

@(0-0) he just doesn't look stable idky All what I keep thinking about is that he needs help on a mental level He was much more stable before

[@obitoslight8013]

from being a proud korean to being ashamed to be an korean in 10 minutes xd

[@jamesrawlins735]

There is no doubt that Korea is the most conservative culture in Asia (outside of the Islamic-dominant nation/cultures) - and change comes VERY VERY SLOWLY. I hope one day things will improve quicker

[@jennynguyen9531]

There’s s nothing to shame of. It’s her life. She doesn’t harm anyone. However discriminated her should be the ones to be ashame.

[@moonray61]

Jenny Nguyen That's the reason they're ashamed, because of these people that think this is alright. It's a normal feeling, I get the same way when it comes to my country... sigh It's like being oroud of yourself but ashamed of the people around you, get it?

[@Kim_Kardashi-un]

​@@Flying-Chicken ok but Korea it's still a very hostile place for LGBT people, especially if you compare it to the others "developed societies".

[@BluesRiffage]

@@Kim_Kardashi-un Jordan Peterson is the most popular anti-trans public figure in recent years and hails from the woke utopia that is Canada. He also has a growing cult following all over the developed world. What Korea is behind on is virtue-signalling SJW types, which is probably a good thing. Generally, you're probably way safer in Korea as an LGBTQ person than MAGA country or all these other places that have pockets of right wing incels that lash out at minorities with their white male rage.

[@blackvelvet6165]

I'm really worried for T.O.P mental health . He had just survived from an overdose, how can they be so cruel?!! He's right, they're evils! I'm happy finally someone said that

[@aliceinwonderland4702]

He just deleted all his instagram posts, I don't know what to think 😔

[@khatialomidze3528]

Overdose what i had no idea 😭😭😔

[@blackvelvet6165]

@@aliceinwonderland4702 really?! Now I'm super worried!

[@wasserkolors8292]

@@blackvelvet6165 Just after T.O.P's marijuana conviction, he took anti-anxiety medication and sleeping pills together. The two interacted, rendering him unconscious. I don't think it was deliberate.

[@blackvelvet6165]

@@wasserkolors8292 yeah, maybe it wasn't deliberate but thinking about this situation make me really sad. Having sleep disorders plus anxiety and others shits going on...

[@lidiasoares4939]

I'm not a fan of BB, but the way ppl treat TOP is disgusting, the Korean gp is always full of shit and never realized how the words can hurt someone. I hope he gets better , I'll be supportive to his new project.

[@lalala_ala8991]

They bash like he never deserved a second chance..they all forgets what BB did to KPOP industry..

[@queennakuei3763]

@@lalala_ala8991 Kpop's contribution does not mean that he can behave erratically and break the law. Opportunities are not given by others, but are won by himself. He first manages his emotions and behaviors!

[@lalala_ala8991]

@@queennakuei3763 I never said that he never wrong..but atleast give him a second chance..let him breath.. in my country so many artist had involve in drugs..but we support them to get better..if they gonna make a comeback we still support them..otherwise they gonna take drugs again..that's my point..we need to support them..its not only about TOP..it's about huminity to others..if one of your family members did the same thing..do you gonna bash him???we support them to get better..help them instead of bashing..if you think this kind of people is immoral atleast shows your morality first..now in my country we are launching a yellow ribbon project for giving second chance to ex-prisoner and etc..if you want to make a better world then help..you know how happy we are when watching our artist being totally clean from drugs and alcohol invited to national TV talk about their mistakes and experience through it..they somehow became someone inspiring..everything happen for a reason..

[@queennakuei3763]

@@lalala_ala8991 Yes, I understand what you mean, a lot of message attacks on the Internet are wrong. I have said that the opportunity is for him to find, if he can put his new creation in ig, do not talk in drunk videos, is it better? Then, what he needs now is to adjust his emotions. This is very important. If he gets a second chance, he also needs to face a lot of pressure. He cannot always rely on the compassion of others. (English is not good, SORRY)

[@lalala_ala8991]

@@queennakuei3763 opportunity for him to find?? His mental state not that good my dear..he even wanna end his life in previous year..his lost..luckily they save him..you wanted him to find opportunity on his own while he don't see anything good in his life anymore..I'm waiting for his comeback at Coachella ..I just want him to be happy again..be confident....let by gone be by gone..I'm sure he got his lessons and learned from it..but he still human..every single mistakes he did people make head line..poor him..

[@moniemoon.]

I'm not korean, I'm latina, but I'm feeling soo proud. Parasite winning and being recognized is breaking barriers to so many other countries to be finally recognized as well. They made history in cinema.

[@stephaniesantiago92]

M. Omg I thought I was the only one. I’m Latina also but I felt so much pride when they won. It hit a cord in my heart because they broke the glass roof. It opens doors to other directors and movies from foreign countries. Again once we get passed the barrier of reading sub titles we open ourselves to such great movies. I really hope it gives people a platform to make films that are great but not solely in English.

[@aunjanuegillis4653]

@@stephaniesantiago92 I'm a Black American and I was sobbing I was so happy and proud.

[@wynnehi3531]

Obviously, T.O.P is struggling. All I have to say is: He who has never sinned, cast the first stone.

[@pennyinheaven]

Well, pretty sure they have sinned some way or another but they just think they are superior over "imperfect" celebrities.

[@Xentradi97]

Problem isn't that others don't make a mistake, the problem here is that he did but he and his company tried to cover it up rather than owning up to it no. 1 and through all the self-reflection he has done, he doesn't seem remorseful but rather angry and bitter no. 2. And say he won't come back in Korea through proper atonement is a slap in the face of Korean fans no. 3. Overall, this is more about his immaturity of handling his problem than the mistake he has made.

[@pennyinheaven]

@@Xentradi97 1) There were people who didn't stop hating him despite going off the radar. Should he just accept being practically bullied? He already done his part yet there were people who didn't stop. How should he react then? Grateful? 2) What's "proper atonement"? What will satisfy Koreans? I'm generalizing, sorry, but that's just how it is. 3) At this point, it's not immaturity anymore. It's a serious mental and emotional issue that coursed through alcohol. Yet people are still shocked that people commit suicide.

[@Xentradi97]

@@pennyinheaven 1) price of fame and making that kind of mistake and trying to cover it up. 2) Own up. Apologetic. Forgiveness has to be earned. It's not easy no. But he's not even trying. Rather than facing the critics he'll pander to audience that won't be critical 3) It is. If the job is too much, he can quit and do something else. He made enough money. It's just an excuse. Yes being an entertainer in Korea isn't easy. Audience can be downright cruel if they break to law or mis-behave. But it's also the reason why there are isn't as big of a drug problem in Korea compared to other entertainment industry where celebrities are forgiven for almost any type of misbavior or even crime. You can love him all you want no matter what he does as a fan. But he did an extreme dis-service to Korean fans by exhibiting this type of behavior. This is a big no-no in Korea.

[@pennyinheaven]

@@Xentradi97 To summarize your statements, • netizens and regular people have no accountability with their actions and behavior. I would understand that ire if he did not issue any apology or did a comeback right after he got released from enlistment, but he did. • Again, at what lengths does one need to apologize? He issued a letter, he was apologetic in social media. How should he face the critics? Sit and drink coffee with them? Does he need a press con for a public apology? He is a celebrity, not a politician. • No empathy, whatsoever. He made enough money, eh? That's a kind of statement from a poor disgusted of the rich. Also, such kind of people do not understand that there are jobs driven by passion and dreams. Not the kind of office desk job that one can apply for, resign and apply in another company. There isn't a big drug problem in Korea? Or it's just being hidden well from the public? Also, drugs is not the problem in Korea, its depression and suicide for most people, celebrities alike. Celebrities can't do drugs, cannot post anything negative in social media, expression through music or other art forms are also limited and more. There's no other outlet for people but to internally struggle and entertain the idea of suicide. I love Korea. I love the food, music, film and art in general. The country is laden with beautiful scenery and rich culture. But there's just certain behaviors and norms that I just can't fathom. The idea of perfection and purity and the harsh and cruel response when those ideals are broken, to me are deafening hypocrisy.

[@sarahpadbury]

I lost my voice last night from screaming so much last night - I was SO EXCITED for them! Parasite is truly an amazing film: writing, acting, production. But the writing is the the most brilliant aspect. Korean story - yet Relatable.

[@ophelia7095]

I feel bad for his Korean fans that aren't toxic delulus. I hope someday people will chill with all that stuff.

[@AS-or6bn]

offtopic but who is the person your icon? they're cute

[@MelodySymone66]

A H it’s Ten from SuperM/NCT

[@ophelia7095]

He is Ten from NCT/SuperM/WayV here's a link to the pic I used! instagram.com/p/B6GfYsGlDT6/?igshid=hut9ntrvqauc

[@AS-or6bn]

@@ophelia7095 thank you!

[@justdavid_92]

Bong : Did you see ma bag?

[@tabihobi]

​@Blinkeu FOREVER watchu think bout that? watchu think bout that?

[@meowmeow5684]

how you dare, how you dare, how you dare?

[@LullabyKitty]

Another trophy, my hands carry 'em Too many that I can't even count 'em

[@missndira7011]

Mic drop MIC DROP

[@ahnrhea]

So no one will continue this?

[@chasingthedragon317]

TOP Is just ready to start his own life and be his own boss. I say good for you TOP! You're old enough to make your own decisions. Enjoy the rest of your life your way.

[@mayct]

Those people be treating TOP as if he killed someone. He only did drugs exactly because this society has become so toxic that he had to find a way out of his own mind. Then an idol kills himself and everyone is like "aaaaw I feel so sorry, so young" such hypocrites.

[@shauniek]

Marijuana is hardly drugs...the cigarettes he smokes is more harmful than weed.

[@mayct]

@@shauniek I honestly think cigarettes and also alcohol are worse than Marijuana, but in Korea people smoke a lot and drink a lot, it doesn't make sense really

[@shauniek]

@@mayct Right??? Makes No sense at all...They drink themselves into a stupor. They report deaths of people who get drunk and pass out in the street causing cars to run them over sometimes. They smoke themselves sick...but weed?? The horror....

[@anndinarlia3224]

"This is T.O.P, man. He's not your typical idol" Can't say it better myself. Hopefully he's doing okay, because we have too many unfortunate proofs of Kpop fans' hate effect to the idols for the past two years.

[@SmileeBandit]

If Big Bang does well in Cochella, Top will probably only focus working in other music markets outside of South Korea. Its probably be in the best interest of Top to not re-sign with YG. I wish Top the best, it seems he has been suffering a lot due to all of the negative press he has received.

[@Hey.i0]

korean pride is at an all time high

[@shreya446]

so true so true. must feel nice to be a korean rn.

[@jenniekim-5155]

im korean and im spamming all of my friends with this 😶🙃🙃

[@Anathi99]

I'm not even Korean and my pride is at an all time high 🤣😅🤣❤

[@danika94butterflys]

I'm happy for them, as I think movies are international and universal. Let's just hope that pride isn't used badly.

[@Hey.i0]

@@Anathi99 honestly hunny

[@hanibeeez]

The only reason why I watched the Oscars last night was to see parasite take their awards and Joaquin Phoenix win best Actor. They both won 🥳🥳💕

[@ktran7282]

I love the speeches especially from Joaquin Phoenix and the performance of Eminem was a nice surprise

[@judywu1303]

I remain to like Danny because he is so honest with his comments on EVERYTHING! South Korea is a leader in so many different fields in the world now, but I’m sorry to say, some of their mindset is still so backward...

[@akanshabhora6586]

S. Korea is Orthodox in soo many way I know lot of Asian countries r like that even I am from Asia and my country has many things which are Orthodox in soo many way my ass could relate to this.

[@moniemoon.]

I think Danny is pretty awesome! 😊

[@samsutton5284]

the korean public does not have the right to try and punish TOP further. he went to court for his wrongdoings and received his sentence well. if not having a korean comeback helps him to heal and move on then i will be supportive

[@xkimikimjax7768]

GRRRRRR!!! dont those haters know we almost lost him? Is his life worth saying your opinion as mean as you can? People are mean. Careless and hurtful. Korean culture is mystifying to me. Wait..its the gossip and judgemental parts i dont get. Dont want to sound like Im dissing the country.

[@ebc6970]

You're not, you're dissing its society. Even though any society is mean and very judgemental these days, I feel like koreans even more so. I mean even in Japan which I think has a rather similiar culture, they're not this mean.

[@akanshabhora6586]

T. O. P in the vlive said that he is not happy these days but he is ok and also he won't be coming back to Korea as a artist people are evil I just wanna say neither top or bigbang deserve the hate they got and are continuously getting they do deserve better I just can't wait to see them in Coachella..

[@bibelobordelon3276]

TOP literally said "I'm not doing good"... I wanna give him a hug and I want him to just be happy.

[@faith6833]

I am so proud of T.O.P!! Some K fans are extremely toxic. They think they own Idols like they are property. They can't just live their lives. They have to be perfect from birth. They can't make a mistake and learn from it. Toxic as hell!!

[@spider81mati]

Love T.O.P. I will always support him. Hopefully he can make it as an American artist. America is a lot more open minded.

[@moonray61]

spider81mati If you see the amount of stupid people that are hating on talented people like Bong JoonHo or BTS just because they are famous, you would take that back. No country is open minded, some people are.

[@spider81mati]

@@moonray61 I agree that no country is totally open minded. It is just so sad that all these people sit behind a screen and criticize all these talented people and try there hardest to bring them down instead of working on themselves. No one is perfect but these jerks that try to hurt others seem to think they are.

[@Camila-contas]

He said more than once that he WAS NOT DRINKING AND WAS NOT DRUNK !!! When he spoke on live, it looked like he didn't want a comeback now. Anyway, if he never wants to go back for this Korean industry, I will thank as a fan. The kvip (a part) are hypocritical and malicious

[@sopekookie7]

I’m not surprised about the T.O.P news. I remember when he was released from his military service you guys pointed out that he posted his message in English. I’ve even noticed on Instagram he talks to foreign fans more. I think he’s really hurt and I understand why. I’m sure he still has Koreans fans that support him but the whole thing is sad. Bong Joon Ho has always been a great director. I’ve watch Parasite like 4 times already and I’m taking my mum to see it this weekend. Seeing your reaction and reactions from other Koreans has been such a beautiful thing. We should all be happy to see others win and finally be recognised 💜

[@jennzz1of545]

I love TOP!! Im also pro-weed, lol but I'm American and i feel Korea is too harsh with TOP, i hope he just does what he wants, and can be happy, he has fans all over earth!

[@tracy394]

I agree. Some takes drugs as medicine. I mean he can do whatever he wants. Come on its 2020 haahahah; )

[@tiff4184]

Marijuana is hardly drugs. It has medicinal purposes

[@pinoygq]

Yes typical western mentality because weed is so normalized it’s really not big deal, once you live in San Francisco for few months you probably change your thought on weed.

[@lavoshakern]

Little do they know there's probably already a few transgender women already in that school. Smh.

[@lisascott1170]

My heart hurts from the way the trans student was treated by the SU students. As a woman, and a feminist at that, I support LGBTQ rights and the right to a transgender woman to education. I totally agree the behavior of the majority of SU students was disgusting and so very, very disappointing.

[@geooooooooooooo]

Lisa Scott as long as the transgender student isn’t allowed to play competitive sports with the all women team then it should be fine.

[@casieg.7040]

And to think that they would be the next generation leading because they're getting educated... I feel bad for them. If they're not getting educated on social issues (just as important as academics) then they won't advance.

[@harinlim8052]

People are evil. But I understand where TOP is coming from. I believe he has been feeling like this for some time and has spoke with the other members about this feeling. Did he have to say like that, yes because this is how he really feelings. If he was to just keep it inside and ever say anything it would eat at him until he did something bad to himself. TOP has never been one to stay in the shadows and not tell his feelings to his fans. Even through he was drunk I am a proud VIP for him standing up to Knetz. It hurts to see him in this state, to the point he does not care anymore. I am very worried about him and I hope he knows he has so many other who love him and BB.

[@stfu2634]

exactly...

[@reemarber1577]

He is HUMAN afterall and those people dont want that idea

[@avamaria_]

Some of the k-netz are so delusional, I can't even stand it. It's TOP's IG, he can do whatever the flip he wants with it. I also think that some of the k-netz don't learn their lesson with the past suicides that happened.

[@moonray61]

Alyssa M I don't think knetz even care about the suicides, they don't even bother to think twice about the shit they're saying. [sarcasm] It's just amazing, really. [sarcasm]

[@_Aniver_]

Him smoking weed is really this big of a deal? I’d rather have idols getting high than doing things like hard drugs, getting a DUI, or sexual assault. Well, I’m probably only reacting this way because I’m American (and I smoke weed too) but if the Korean gp is really gonna continue to kick him in the balls while he’s already down, then yeah dude don’t promote where you don’t wanna promote. Fuck it. I don’t support BB or anyone from YG really, but this is pretty stupid and is being blown out of proportion. Drunk or not, he was just being honest. As Danny said, “It is what it is.” They hate him anyway and while I don’t think T.O.P. hates Korea/Korean gp, he’s pretty much over it. He’s over them. They’ll hate him whether he stays or whether he leaves so it really doesn’t matter.

[@nightlongg4758]

hsbb bbsh I mean if him smoking weed is breaking the law then yes it is. This in not including the all the heat tho.

[@camillac.5695]

When u say that u don't support anyone from yg do u mean that you're just not interested in their artist and don't really care abt them or do u mean that u don't support them because some of them have screwed up in the past and because of yg's current reputation

[@slferris09]

@@nightlongg4758 breaking the law yes but in the end smoking weed is a victimless crime & the Korean GP are treating him as if hes killed a bunch of little kids . knetz have hated him & BB since before all these scandals came out & ever since they did they finally have something to hate him/them for . yes it was disappointing that hes been smoking weed while in the military service but for him to have death threats constantly online by a bunch of trolls who have nothing better to do with their lives would certainly take a toll on your mental & emotional well-being

[@_Aniver_]

Your local innercircle equal mix of all three 👍🏽

[@ebc6970]

@@slferris09 Yes and I think that's what made him got into weed in the first place.

[@BelieveInMyDaydreams]

It’s so hard for me to understand “fans” sometimes. Some of them try to excuse truly unforgivable behavior while some of those same people will try to absolute destroy someone’s life for something harmless like weed or even dating!!

[@susienk]

I loved K-pop, K-drama and Korean entertainment programs since 2009. For all those years I've been receiving lot of sarcastic comments and severe critisism for being a "Korean fan". And finally the world including the people around me are recognizing the beauty and the versatality of Korean entertainment makes me really happy and proud.

[@roter13]

Holy Crap. I have not heard the South Korean national anthem since I was in elementary school. It used to play every morning on tooniverse

[@itsgonnarain135]

I hear it when I watched Rookie King. I actually thought it isn't their national anthem (IGNORANT of me) until I searched for the anthem.

[@moonray61]

itsrain Same, but I actually got it in the the 3rd time I heard it since it reminded me of my country's anthem, so I search it up and found out about it

[@taishaang]

I am honestly worried for t.o.p, the comments are honestly of no use, he has the right to express himself. How do they always jump to conclusions like that? I really don't understand this type of culture.

[@itswhatevs214]

I went to a women's college in the states and I loved it soo...thanks for the shade lol "Who would actually want to go there?" This gal! But anyways a year or two after I graduated the school changed their policies to ensure transgender women are accepted because they are women. And it was overwhelmingly popular. And listen, Big Bang doesn't need to do a comeback to turn a profit. They can just drop music with no promotion like Drake or Beyonce and it'll sell in Korea.

[@lilmeowmeow6987]

That disgusting articles are proving his points 😑

[@mochadear06]

Top should move to usa where pot is legal in most states. Gambling is also legal for the most part. However, drinking publicly is not. Had to explain a lot of things to a friend from Korea. What he found shocking was highly normal here. Many foreign fans of top have no issue of him smoking pot. Many netizens need to chill and pop a xanax.

[@oh_emm278]

He's still korean subject to their law even if he live in america .He still can't gamble and smoke weeds .The problem of Korea is their closed mentality ,they always expect celebs to be perfect that once you make mistakes they torn you to peices !

[@ferntorres2335]

If he does move then what problem will be top already did his service in Korea for the military but I understand too because that’s his home too

[@shonnie81]

He should become a citizen of North America (Canada or USA).

[@bluewater3216]

So what? Drinking publickly is absolutely normal. I can't understand why your country ban it. Gambling is more harmful than drinking publickly.

[@janicesharon3546]

bluewater in America, drinking or having an open container of alcohol is mainly banned (in some states it is not though) in areas like vehicles, sidewalks, and open spaces. It is ok in restaurants and bars and those kinds of places of course. This is to prevent people from being drunk in public lol and causing damage/disturbances, and also to prevent people from driving while drunk. Both drinking (excessively) and gambling are horrible for you lol so I dislike how accepted it is lol

[@smiiize8108]

“There’s a special place in hell for women who don’t help other women” I think that’s the quote

[@scarletpimpernel3788]

I’m not Korean (or even Asian!) but I was so happy and proud to see Parasite win! Especially when there are several actors in the movie that I love from watching in dramas, like Lee Sun-Kyun and Choi Woo-Shik (loved him in “Hogu’s Love“). Good for them!!

[@hancrew3098]

I worry so much about TOP. I think he has some serious issues and the media really don’t help with that

[@giftb3438]

I already knew Parasite would win Best Picture. No other movie made such a huge impact on the film industry this year. The way people were able to connect with and appreciate the story and the mixture of genres all while the film is in Korean, really speaks to how well produced, acted out and directed the film was. I was so happy when the crew went up to receive their awards, they should all be very happy because they impacted the world yesterday-hopefully this also means more international films can shine as well.

[@jamesrawlins735]

It wasn't a sure thing. Roma last year was the best picture and considered the front runner but lost out to a "safe" pick. Also other big names such as Kurasawa and Felini didn't win - and Parasite got shut out at the Golden Globes and the BAFTA, as well as the Directors Guild (1917 took those awards). While Parasite was considered perhaps the best picture, the fact that Parasite was a foreign film was a challenge. I am so happy - but it was far from the guarantee (even for Best Director)

[@giftb3438]

@@jamesrawlins735 Nah for me I knew it for sure. It wasn't the film that was predicted to get Best Picture- ppl thought it would be 1917 (An amazing film too btw) . However, me personally considering what the movie represents, and the international appeal it had, I knew for sure, it couldn't be sidetracked even if it was in Korean and not an English Language.

[@giftb3438]

@Susie X for sure!

[@kaninavy3119]

"I feel like I'm watching Kpop twitter" The way I snorted 😂

[@roter13]

Why can't most Koreans be as open-minded as these two?

[@abigailjantjies6506]

When he said: I feel proud to be Korean I shouted: *ME2* *THEN I REALIZED I'M SOUTH AFRICAN* 🤧👏💜

[@chanyeolswife5366]

Can we blame T.O.P tho? K-Netz can be harsh and unforgiving.

[@aiswarya1996rkt]

I am not even from Korea. I literally cried when they received Best Picture. So so so Proudd!! Asia Represent

[@katie5920]

The story about the transgender student just breaks my heart.

[@jesshrm1]

I'm sure she already had tough time dealing with her sexuality. Cannot believe that college students are behaving that way.

[@roter13]

It's so dumb! Why are people so threatened by LGBTQ folks. She just wants to learn

[@Audgen8tor]

roter13 It’s that mentality that people are scared of what’s different. It’s just so ridiculous! People need to just worry about their damn selves & let others live their own freaking lives.

[@bluewater3216]

Most of Korean young women are feminazis including those toxic girls in women's university. That's why that transgender got so many hatred from those girls.

[@jesskhan09]

I can’t believe she has to retake her exams. To get into a university is hard. But now she has to wait another year.

[@pipsqueak3296]

he tried to end his life. just saying. he's not emotional stable right now so everything can happen.

[@ValeBarrientos]

BIGBANG its done with SK And SK its done with BIGBANG until they have a comeback. They were never the perfect idols who were told what to say, think and act. They were always their own person in public. And i love them even more for that. They are free.

[@slferris09]

they've never been the typical idol, they were told that they were all ugly & whatever cause they weren't carbon copies of a "typical idol"

[@eshbena]

I'm in my 50's and I fully support transgender rights, because all human beings deserve respect and the freedom to be themselves without shame. Not all 'old people' have those sorts of prejudices. LOL That said, yeah, plenty of people of my generation are ignorant.

[@paulacosmina5438]

You Rock😎😎💜💙💚💛🧡

[@Tomisnormal]

👑👑

[@ktran7282]

Very important statement 👍

[@anagha2918]

You are amazing

[@silkice75]

Its sad to see, T.O.P's Instagram is cleared. Everything gone, no posts, no following anyone, I enjoyed seeing the eclectic art he posted and like that he was even following me as well as others. Honestly he is only human. Let the guy live his life, he gave up his youth for so many people to become an idol, now he is a grown man living his life and deciding to chose his own path.

[@alexa-vq2ji]

"This is toxic af" lol In the second news David was SO done and honestly same.

[@cmhall6560]

One of my former students in my LGBTQ classes turned me onto this video. LOVED your name drop of Judith Butler. Way to be great LGBTQ allies, folks. Keep up the great videos. And I was also super psyched to see great visibility for Korean film.

[@shreya446]

i'm terrified and just so scared for top. please be okay. please just hang on. please stay strong...

[@porsheakim3779]

I think Seunghyun is just tired of people bashing him no matter what he does and you really can’t blame him. No one appreciates being bullied.

[@luciowulff]

Thank you, guys - your review of Parasite was the reason I started following news about the movie, talking to my friends about it, and looking forward to it finally being shown in Denmark. I'm so proud of all the recognition this movie is getting, because for me it truly is the best movie of the year of wherever.

[@eileeng5917]

also he told in the livestream that he was sober? How does the korean media just pretend that wasn’t a thing he said?

[@alexiscohen932]

I'm David with that mask. "Did you cough?!" Lemme pull this mask up...😬 Stay healthy, guys

[@jasmonaye6933]

As an LGBT fan of both this channel and kpop, I am thankful for the loving comments towards trans people. For anyone scrolling, just ignore the trolls and their chromosome comments. Love wins and the world is changing.

[@LetitiaGutierrez]

I think TOP means he won't come back as a soloist in Korea, just like how Daesung went to Japan after his accident. Of course, I could also see Bigbang avoiding Korea for a while because of Seungri's scandals and not wanting to answer for anything about Burning Sun. They're better off doing Coachella and focusing on international promotion because avoiding those questions is easier in the West.

[@swetavz5856]

I am so proud of parasite team!! Even though I'm indian, I felt that happy moment because Asian film got Oscar award. 😍😍 And what's with that transgender? Why are they making so much of fuss, as if they are alien 😤. They are humans too.

[@that_missing_link]

Fine if Korea don’t want T.O.P. then he can come here and make himself bigger and show them haters

[@katiecampbell747]

Yep. I am a VIP and I am triggered. We have a man with clinical depression and I am sorry but he is living in an unforgiving country. He has clinical depression. His BIG wrong is SELF destructing behavior and people won't stop kicking him while he is down. It doesn't matter how he acts or what words he says. People being hateful will always find a way to twist it. I just watched Demi Lavato's performance from the Grammys. She wrote her song she sang just days away from going to rehab. You could feel the love and support from the audience and the KZbinrs who reacted to her performance. There is such a big contrast between behavior towards her and T.O.P. It brings tears to my eyes for this man. My hope for everyone who thrives to spread hate in this world learns to feel hate thrown at them and feels the damage that it can cause. Basically I hope Karma truely is a Bitch.

[@jherrmann57]

1. Congrats for he Oscars, 2. I agree with David! 3. How many times should T.O.P. apologize? I can understand his feelings. I am a Fan and enjoy the music and appriciate him a a human being. All the people who write those bad things should pick theire own nose, I do not believe that the Fans don't experiment in their lives, they all lying.

[@sandys1890]

Feminism is supposed to just mean you feel Women should be equal to Men in every way.. legally etc ..… Not to be prejudiced against LBGTQ … I love how you guys have a great attitude about matters (LBGTQ etc ) It's great to see..Keep on being you

[@eileeng5917]

the death comment felt me way too good thank you guys for supporting the trans community 💛

[@AMBER-zn8xl]

Korea takes 3 steps forward and 5 steps back every time 🙄🤦🏼‍♀️

[@imsungjaesmelody.thesnorte5623]

The way they kept breaking out into national anthem 😂😂 I mean I am not a S.Korean and I am so freaking proud.

[@rozeannedelmiergo939]

Duh what the heck people have their own freedom what they want to, Artists are human too, lol even our President always cursing everytime he has speech and gets annoyed by media irrational question. So T.O.P is just having his own life.

[@margaretcollins8332]

Bong JoonHo prevented Harvey Weinstein from cutting Snowpiercer by 25 minutes. He also made him keep the "fish scene" in as a tribute to his late father who was a fisherman, Weinstein agreed. He later revealed that that was "a fucking lie", his father was not a fisherman, the scene was just one of his favourites. This is my favourite quote of his: “Once you overcome the 1-inch-tall barrier of subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films". We have no choice but to stan this man and Sharon Choi, his amazing translator.

[@wasserkolors8292]

Thanks for posting Danny & David. Well done :)

[@san7879]

the moment he says just one and the DID U SEE MY BAG DID U SEE MY BAG

[@sarar4270]

I'm not Korean but omfg I felt so proud to see Bong Joon Ho achieve so much HISTORY WAS MADE AND I'M HERE FOR IT

[@tiffanyvoerman]

I'm really worried about Tabi. Please pray for him and send him all your positive thoughts and comments.

[@BloodofaFool]

As an Asian I am happy that we are finally getting recognition. On the other hand, while the kpop industry and entertainment industry boom, there needs to be change within the Asian culture. The judging, closed minds to change, hating LGBT, the hierarchy/age stance, etc. Even T.O.P. doesn't want to ever go back or you have idols go to the US and never come back. If something in someone else's life isn't harming you then why do you care? It's nosey and selfish to break others because of your own opinion. No one treats others as they want to be treated and it's bs. There is always some sort of backlash when someone is honest/real. Asian culture needs to wake up, it's 2020.

[@sandys1890]

I'm ARMY ...I love TOP..In his defense..He smoked some pot..Big fing deal. He probably thought he was just making a factual statement ..TOP should come back in America...HE'S HOT AS HELL

[@Audgen8tor]

Sandy S Sandy S ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you! I agree with everything you said. We will gladly take him here in the US & he can smoke all the weed he wants & no one will bat an eye over it.

[@slferris09]

lmao laughed at your comment . Weed is so not even a big deal , if it was something like ice or some shit then id be seriously concerned but weed???🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@beccangavin]

I guess BB is the bad boys of K-pop? TOP hasn't done anything truly terrible that he should have to reflect on. He didn't hurt anyone by smoking pot and nobody else in the world should care what he's doing by himself in his own living room. I don't need him to be perfect and clean. I want him to be happy and to make music because he likes making music. If I find out he beats his girlfriend or something like that, then that's a different story. But smoking pot? Who cares?!

[@rigzinangmo5884]

Whaaaaaaat?🤔🧐🥴My reaction throughout the university news.

[@ccw8494]

To me, this humanized TOP. We all always wanted to get closer to our favorite celebrities and wishes they would share their pain and struggles. I appreciate TOP for sharing his thoughts and feelings. If this is how he feels then so be it. He is allowed to express himself. I think he has contributed so much to KPOP and Korea as a whole that he deserve some leeway.

[@akantony3513]

Poor T.o.p. That's why there are many celebrity suicides!

[@bellacandilada4145]

Congrats South Korea and to the Parasite team. I’m tearing up while looking at the clips from the Oscars today specially at Bong Joon Ho’s speech as Best director and I’m not even Korean. I’ve been always a fan for so long now of Korean dramas and films, also I love watching Runningman variety show. I’m so happy that Korean artists finally got recognized in the world stage. I’ve known director Bong JooN Ho too when I first heard BTS’s song “Spring Day” when his film “Snowpiercer” was mentioned in the lyrics. And from then on I was introduced to his great films. There’s just so much art in your country Korea. CongRatulations! I love BTS and Bong Joon Ho! From 🇵🇭.

[@ohmygodlawl]

Im Chinese and I have watched so many Korean movies over the past 9 years, the Korean film industry have risen unlike any other film industry the world has ever seen. As a Chinese person all I can do is be envy of it

[@SleepEludesMe647]

And so 2020 brings a new era of DKDKTV where we not only get Danny being calmed down by David and being told to tone down his anger towards the shitty people involved, we get DANNY calming down DAVID. IN THE VERY SAME NEWS TOPIC. What a time to be alive. (this isn't sarcastic, idk why I was genuinely amused in 15:30) EDIT: oh damn, David went off TWICE

[@almamater489]

T.O.P just cancelled knetizens 🤘

[@mayflower1108]

It’s so refreshing to see how open the both of you are about these topics despite the harsh culture you were raised in

[@mhochoa]

So next is a Grammy for any Kpop group that deserves it not just from BTS, but EXO, IKON, SUNMI, Super Junior and many others as well.

[@nikkiseguin7893]

Michael Ochoa Thank You!!!

[@Vi-ok8of]

I watched this at home on tv in the US and the best part was seeing the Oscars turn the lights off on her (the exec prod) and the whole room shouting "UP!" As in "bring the house lights back up." And the LOOK ON THEIR FACES when the loghts came back on. They cheered so hard for them! I was shouting up too with my family(we watch all the award shows every year). Then the elderly lady was sooo sweet and she dedicated the Best Picture Oscar to Korean audiences back home for their criticism and high standards of cinema to push the envelope. Ya'll freaking slayed the night! It also means alot to Americans that Parasite won b/c Americans who speak 2 or more languages are looked down upon as a whole. So Parasite kicks down the door for 1st and 2nd gen Americans with stories to tell. 👏👏👏🙌💜💜💜💜💜

[@Negra23ny]

I love t.o.p his music and his persona. If he chooses to say how he feel, let him be. Hello ppl we all humans. Dont judge too quick. Ill still be his fan and support any choice he makes.

[@citruschaos9402]

Best Picture is awarded to the producers of the film. I think Bong is one of the producers too and he chose to let others speak...

[@alwaystakemarktwainsadvice4269]

I mean it might be a little far with telling them to die, but he’s on the right track. KARMA is everything.

[@originalsayori]

This is random, but I love that you guys used she/her pronouns when talking about the transgender girl! I’ve seen so many people on KZbin still use transgender people’s old pronouns and it’s so frustrating. An example of something I saw in a different video: “This person is Male to Female transgender, and *he* got denied access-“. I know it’s random, I just want to say I love that you guys acknowledged the fact that she is indeed a woman! And you kept using she/her when talking about the disgusting people trying to take her rights away. Just. Thank you two a lot! Little things like using pronouns correctly means a lot to a lot of transgender people right now, especially ones who are stuck in a society who doesn’t accept them. ❤️

[@reemarber1577]

People be criticizing when you're alive, be praised and commemorated when you're dead.. I just hope nothing goes wrong cause i could see people say "sorry", "if only" and "we love you"..

[@schello23]

Thanks for speaking up for the trans community! I'm not personally a part of it, but so many of my friends are... it's hard to imagine all those beautiful people in my life being so aggressively and publicly abused like this. I understand the Korea and Canada are in different places when it comes to LGTBQ acceptance... but this was shocking to me.