In a shocking turn of events, the K-pop industry has been left reeling after it was announced that 20 artists and personnel from JYP Entertainment have become members of the Recording Academy, including all the members of TWICE and Stray Kids. This move has sparked major backlash from netizens, with many calling out the hypocrisy of K-Pop fans.

The controversy began when HYBE was hit with major backlash in 2025 after it was announced that some of its idols would become members of the Recording Academy, including members of SEVENTEEN, LE SSERAFIM, and TXT. However, this time around, the reaction has been vastly different, with many fans seemingly accepting the decision without question.

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  • The Recording Academy membership is a prestigious honor, recognizing the artistic excellence of its members. The 20 JYP Entertainment artists and personnel who have been selected as members include J.Y Park, TWICE, and Stray Kids members.
  • The move has sparked major backlash from netizens, with many calling out the hypocrisy of K-Pop fans. Some pointed out that while HYBE got “payola” claims for six idols making it to the Recording Academy, this decision seems to be met with silence.
  • Many fans have taken to social media to express their outrage, with some accusing JYP Entertainment of trying to one-up HYBE. Others have pointed out the hypocrisy of K-Pop fans, who seem to be more accepting of decisions made by groups outside of HYBE.
  • The controversy has also sparked a debate about the fairness and transparency of the Recording Academy's membership selection process. Some have questioned whether there is favoritism involved in selecting members from JYP Entertainment.
  • As the K-pop industry continues to grow and evolve, this controversy serves as a reminder of the importance of fairness and transparency in the music industry.