I remember a point in time when every little thing would cause a big uproar.
- company ignored a member's individual opportunity because they profit more from group activities > MISTREATMENT!
(ie Jungkook and Super Bowl cf. EXO member opportunities)
- an idol colors their hair the same color as another idol > RIPOFF!
(ie Joy and Yuna red hair cf. Lisa and Chaeyoung orange hair)
As kpop fans age and less younger fans join there's been a shift in the perception and reaction to things. Less emotional and idealistic and more pragmatic and realistic. This is why a lot more kpop fans than expected side with HYBE because they understand that companies don't care about your feelings, they are there to keep the shareholders happy. Many kpop fans now are in their 30s, especially Armys, some are in their 40s. Many of us have been there to witness the split of TVXQ, EXO exits, departure of Jessica, Burning Sun, countless official and unofficial disbandments, Produce riggings, and every controversy under the sun. Now most fans accepted the world for what it is and not what they though it should be.