( eng trans ) BHE's Official Statement on Dongah Ilbo Article and Misogyny Issue

Hello, this is Big Hit Entertainment.



Big Hit and BTS recognize that from the end of 2015 there have been issues arising regarding misogynistic content in BTS' lyrics, and after examining the lyrics again, we have realized that although this was not the creative intent, there are some parts that could be misunderstood, and have realized that this has caused discomfort to many people. Additionally, we have confirmed that there are some contents uploaded before BTS' debut which could cause discomfort/be unpleasant toward women. As a result, Big Hit and BTS have worried about this for a long time, and the reason for not releasing an official statement was so that we could give detailed and sincere feedback in the right manner at the proper time.



Big Hit Entertainment and all of BTS are very sorry toward the people who felt discomfort because of BTS' lyrics and SNS contents, and will be careful in our future creative activities to avoid this kind of situation and problem. This examination and discussion is a way to receive the influence of personal growth and experience, as well as the things learned from society, and we have learned that even we are not free from the bias/prejudice and errors made by society. Additionally, we have realized that the roles and value of women, when defined from a male point of view, is not something to be desired.



We recognizes that comments and actions made by members of BTS, as one of the idol groups who is making trends among the general public, can have an influence on people and on society. Additionally, Big Hit Entertainment feels a large responsibility for the anxiety caused to people and for the fact that we were not more prudent in the production of BTS' contents. In the future, if everyone looks after BTS' personal growth, and continues to point out the insufficient spots, then with an attitude of putting in even more effort, we can listen to the advice received from the fans and from society.



We are always thankful for everyone's support and encouragement.



- Big Hit Entertainment -

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