Kang Min-Kyung, a prominent female idol, recently took a stand against an inappropriate joke made during her live broadcast, addressing the issue with clarity and firmness.

On May 5th, a video clip from Kang Min-kyung’s live broadcast surfaced on social media platforms, showcasing her reaction to a netizen’s insensitive “smoking joke.” In response to the comment suggesting she should quit smoking, Kang Min-Kyung sarcastically questioned the humor behind such remarks, stating, “So funny, telling me to quit smoking? Is this supposed to be funny? Comments like this aren’t funny at all.”

Her straightforward response resonated with viewers, as the video quickly garnered over 610,000 views and 2,000 retweets in just a day. Netizens expressed their appreciation for Kang Min-kyung’s sincerity in addressing the issue and rejecting stereotypes associated with female celebrities.

The online discussions surrounding the incident highlighted the harmful implications of such jokes, which perpetuate outdated notions about women and smoking. Netizens emphasized that these jokes insinuate smoking is a flaw for women and reflect a disrespectful attitude.

Commentaries from various online communities, including “theqoo,” echoed support for Kang Min-kyung’s stance, condemning jokes that rely on offensive assumptions. Users emphasized the need for humor to be respectful and inclusive rather than perpetuating harmful stereotypes.

Kang Min-kyung’s recent stand comes amid her active engagement with fans through her YouTube channel, “Kyang Ming-kyung,” following Davichi’s release of the new song “I’ll be by your side” in March. Her actions serve as a reminder of the importance of promoting respectful discourse and rejecting humour that perpetuates discrimination or stereotypes.