SNS directly certifying… Attempting to establish 'music enthusiast' image while mentioning BECK
Former leader of the People Power Party, Han Dong-hoon, who did not run for the party convention, appeared at the ‘Pentaport Rock Festival’ in Incheon on the 3rd.
He stepped away from political issues to attend a cultural event, which has led to mixed evaluations.
On one hand, criticisms have arisen saying, "He acts as if he's a cultural figure without making any political decisions," while on the other hand, there are opinions stating, "Politicians have the right to enjoy their daily lives."
On the 3rd, Han shared an update on his Instagram account saying, "I visited the Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival." He also added a comment, "BECK! BECK is three years older than me," briefly expressing his feelings about the performance.
In the published photos, he was seen smiling brightly in a white raincoat with glasses fogged up in the rainy weather. Another photo captured him enjoying the performance while sitting on the grass with acquaintances.
Supporters say, "It's great to see him enjoying life," "He seems like a real politician who appreciates rock music," and "The passion is felt on a rainy day," showing positive reactions.
His previous appearance as a guest DJ on a CBS radio program, where he selected songs and provided explanations, has also gained renewed attention. At that time, he introduced various music genres, showcasing his taste by featuring songs like Jimi Hendrix's 'Bold As Love' and Crying Nut's 'Myeongdong Calling.'
However, there are also significant critical voices. Some reactions include, "He is just enjoying music without political determination," "He’s pretending to have political sense while not thinking of winning the party leadership after losing the local elections," and "He might as well become a YouTuber." Many People Power Party supporters sharply pointed out, "A true leader emerges when the party is in crisis, but hiding at this time is fatty politics."
Although he continues to engage in video and communication activities… some point out, "There’s no decisive breakthrough."
Recently, Han has been communicating with his supporters through his personal YouTube channel. Known as a cat owner, he garnered over 500,000 views with a video titled "Han Dong-hoon doing a roller with his face," capturing his daily life. As his easygoing demeanor became a topic of interest, a fan base passionately enjoying his lifestyle content began to form.
However, there is a growing skepticism regarding the lack of substantial actions to prove his political leadership. The cynical reaction that "he would be more popular if he became a content creator" has reached an undeniable level.
If the current situation, where he cannot deliver a clear message and remains in a 'wait-and-see mode' at this political crossroads, continues for a long time, it is becoming a prevalent view that Han's political standing may gradually diminish.
Image source: instagram 'dhwithall'
