What do you think about the saying “It’s different for girls?”
Judging by past events, (some more recent than others) it would seem as if men are more easily forgiven for their actions than females are. Would you agree?
South Korea is still very much a conservative nation despite heavy influence from the more liberal West and so a level of censorship still exists to this day when it comes to things like choreography and stage outfits. Some say this level of censorship is higher for women than it is men. Do you agree?
Some say that male artists generally tend to sell better than their female counterparts simply because females make up a majority of most fandoms and arguably, are more dedicated to their idols than males are. Would you agree?
A lot of negative opinions on female idols often come from females themselves. How does that make you feel?
Do you ever feel as if your male counterparts (either labelmates or other artists in general) have ever gotten preferential treatment because of their sex? If so, how did it make you feel?
Successful females are often a huge source of inspiration for other females. Are there any women you look up to?
Sex sells. There’s no doubt about that but do you feel as if you’ve ever been pushed too far when it comes to how you and/or your group have been marketed?
Do you think the industry is too sexualised? Has the shock-factor of a more provocative concept decreased in recent years?
Some people believe women have a certain place in society and perhaps even the industry; believing them to be nothing more than “eye-candy”. How do such preconceptions affect you? Have you ever been inspired to break the mould?
Some female artists are heavily marketed as such to appeal to an older, male audience. Do you see any problem(s) with this?
“Female idols exist not for their musical talents but to sell a fantasy.” Talk about how that statement affects you/what it makes you think.
It’s no secret that companies often include a clause in their contracts exclusively for their female stars stating that they have to be on some type of birth control at all times. Do you think this to be a fair clause or should it be the woman’s choice what she does/doesn’t do to her body?
Some online blogs exist for the sole purpose of discussing an idol’s sexual appeal. How do you feel about some of the very graphic comments found online? Are you even aware of them?
The South Korean standard of beauty is a very singular one. Do you feel as if you fit into it? What effects has it had on you and/or how it makes you perceive yourself?
Have you ever compromised your health for the sake of becoming more “beautiful”?
Have you ever felt as if your looks have defined you?
Some female idols have been accused of “selling out” when they choose to embrace a more provocative concept whilst men are often hailed for doing the same. Do you believe this to be fair?
Do you believe women should embrace playing up their sexuality or do you believe they should remain more conservative?
Some managers have been reprimanded for their conduct whilst protecting their artists. In some cases such harsh behaviour was unnecessary but in some, it was for the safety of the artists with some having been attacked in the past. Do you think such a high level of security is justified?
