Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood

[Jimbo]

Very true, Gene, I had heard of the Hwarang Warriors before.

That said, today’s K-Pop groups are not a warrior society, and that feminine image does affect how Asian males are perceived by many people in the world, or it confirms long-held beliefs (i.e., as less manly than men from other races). Even though such men exist in all groups. Whether the K-Pop artists themselves really feel the way they’re presented, or are just doing it because it’s what’s expected of them and what their fans like.

Keep in mind, I’m not bashing anyone for who they are. If that is someone’s thing, that’s great. Unfortunately, the stereotypical IMAGE of Asian men as being weaker, softer, and more passive than men of other racial groups in this day and age is not for no reason. Because it is the dominant image being presented. And many happily go along with it, because “ We’re finally getting representation!”

It does appear that some changes *may* be slowly coming, but only time will tell if the changes continue or lose momentum.