Carmen Debuts at SM, Indonesian Fans' Enthusiasm Triggers Pro and Con Reactions from Korean Netizens

Kapanlagi.com - The K-pop industry has made history again with the debut of the first Indonesian idol in one of South Korea's largest agencies, SM Entertainment. Nyoman Ayu Carmenita, or Carmen, successfully broke through the tough competition of trainees and debuted in a new girl group called Hearts2Hearts. This news was met with great excitement by Indonesian K-pop fans who felt proud of this achievement.

On social media, various posts about Carmen went viral, showcasing the pride of Indonesian fans over representation in the K-pop industry. However, on the other hand, reactions from Korean netizens were quite diverse. Some appreciated Carmen's presence, but others felt skeptical and questioned the impact of her debut on the group's dynamics and the fandom.

This difference in perspectives sparked intense debates on social media, with fans from various countries sharing their opinions. How did this euphoria unfold, and what were the responses from Korean netizens regarding the debut of the first Indonesian idol at SM? Check out the discussion below.

1. Carmen, Indonesia's First Idol to Debut at SM Entertainment

Korean netizens reacted unexpectedly. (credit:instagram.com/hearts2hearts)

Hearts2Hearts was introduced as a new girl group from SM Entertainment with a fresh and youthful concept. One of the highlights that caught the public's attention was the presence of Carmen in this group's lineup.

Carmen, who hails from Bali, Indonesia, underwent a trainee period at SM for about two years before finally debuting. Her success in joining this group is considered a significant achievement, given the rigorous selection process at the top agency in South Korea.

2. Indonesian Fans Celebrate Carmen's Debut with Enthusiasm

Korean netizens give unexpected reactions. (credit:instagram.com/hearts2hearts)

After the official announcement of Carmen's debut, K-pop fans in Indonesia immediately flooded social media with various positive reactions. They felt proud because there is finally representation from Indonesia in one of the "Big 3" K-pop agencies.

Comments that emerged on social media reflect this euphoria, "So proud! Finally, an Indonesian idol debuts at SM!" Not only in Indonesia, this news also caught the attention of global K-pop fans, especially from Southeast Asian countries that supported Carmen's debut.

3. Korean Netizens Give Diverse Reactions to Carmen's Debut

Korean netizens give unexpected reactions. (credit:instagram.com/hearts2hearts)

Unlike the enthusiasm of Indonesian fans, Korean netizens show a divided reaction. Some welcome Carmen's presence in the K-pop industry, especially because of her visuals and potential.

However, there are also skeptical comments, "She is beautiful, but if her skills are not good, she will definitely receive a lot of criticism." and "I'm already tired of seeing excessive hype before the debut, what if her group flops?"

Some netizens also compare this situation to the possibility of a Korean idol debuting in the music industry of another country, questioning whether the reaction in Indonesia would be similar.

4. Controversy Over the Composition of the Hearts2Hearts Group

Korean netizens react unexpectedly. (credit:instagram.com/hearts2hearts)

In addition to the debate surrounding Carmen's debut, Korean netizens are also questioning the composition of the Hearts2Hearts group. Some suspected that the group had several foreign members, but it turns out that Carmen is the only non-Korean.

Some comments state that SM should stick to a full-Korean group concept. Meanwhile, global fans believe that the presence of members from different countries actually shows that K-pop is becoming more inclusive and developing globally.

5. What Impact Does Carmen's Debut Have on K-pop and SM Entertainment?

Korean netizens give unexpected reactions. (credit:instagram.com/hearts2hearts)

The debut of a foreign idol in a major agency like SM certainly has a significant impact, both in terms of popularity and business strategy. With substantial support from Indonesian fans, Hearts2Hearts has the potential to gain a large fanbase outside of Korea from the start.

However, the challenges for Carmen are also considerable. Along with high expectations, she must prove that she deserves to be in this group, especially in terms of vocals, dance, and stage presence. If successful, she could open wider doors for trainees from other countries in renowned K-pop agencies.

What do KLOvers think about this? Come on, write in the comments section! If not now, when?

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