On October 1, Kino dropped the music video for his solo track “Club Sex Cigarettes” – A title already arousing a conversation for its bold images. However, a particular scene has attracted widespread criticisms: a representation of Kino that relaxes casually while it seems to look at porn, complete with eating and smoking during the act.
This point of view quickly became viral after being shared on X (previously Twitter), in which users criticized both the inclusion and the times of the scene. Many underlined his insensitivity between public discussions in progress in South Korea surrounding illegal shots and exploitation of women.
“What is the point of showing him to look at porn? Especially now, with all the news about women illegally filmed?”
“This stink of false angularness. Club, sex and cigarettes? Looking for too much to look rebellious.”
“Another” aspiring artist “who hides behind the shock value and calls him expression.”
The scene rekindled the discussions on the image of “Hannam”, a worsening jargon for a toxic male stereotype often linked to obsolete standards and problematic behaviors. Some Netizen have accused Kino of trying to appear “westernized” in the worst way, imitating the aesthetics without understanding the cultural context.
Despite the criticisms, some fans have defended MV as a raw artistic expression, claiming that the themes of the song deal with hedonism and existential detachment. However, the repercussions far exceeds the praise at this point, and neither Kino nor his agency have released a declaration that turns to the dispute.
This accident highlights the K-Pop Fine Fine Financial Omist tread when provocative concepts are merged with sensitive real world problems. Starting now, Club sex cigarettes He continues to arouse a heated debate: rake questions about artistic boundaries in a changing cultural climate.
Sources: Koreaboo
