BTS V Faces Harsh Criticism for On-Stage Behavior

BTS’s V is facing backlash after his recent performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at New York’s Guggenheim Museum.

Instead of performing their new single “SWIM” from the Arirang album, BTS chose to showcase their hip-hop track “2.0.” While the group’s vocals and choreography were praised, V’s facial expressions and stage presence quickly sparked controversy online.

Clips focusing on V’s attempts to look “cool” went viral, with many netizens calling his expressions awkward and cringeworthy. Some fans said his behavior overshadowed the performance.

“His facial expression are the most cringiest shit iv seen … bitch 2020 is over” — @aftigerlilyglow

“Me when I try to act cool but js end up looking like a dumb mf” — @JHIVll

“Wtf did he think he was doing?” — @kooconda

International fans also criticized V, with some mocking his age and questioning his stage choices.

“and he pushing 40” — @pikaswussy

“he really think he looks cool doing those facial expression. ” — @Jenniee11696

V’s outfit drew fire as well. His headpiece was slammed by many as cultural appropriation.

“I’M CRYING SO HARD RN” — @YappingChi

“He really goes by the notion “your culture is my costume” and gets away with it because he a man wtf” — @hyskye

The controversy began with V’s facial expressions and grew as fans debated his style and respect for culture.

What do you think? Are V’s expressions over the top or part of a strong performance? Share your thoughts in the comments on our social media post.