The donations will be used for relief efforts and support for victims.
This incident highlights the social responsibility of K-pop artists.
A massive fire in Hong Kong has led to numerous casualties, leaving the local community in mourning. In this difficult time, K-pop artists are stepping up with donations and messages of support.
SM Entertainment, Aespa, and Ryze announced on the 27th that they will contribute a total of 1.75 million Hong Kong dollars, approximately 320 million won, to the Hong Kong Red Cross. SM stated on their official Weibo, 'We are donating 1 million HKD to support firefighting efforts and relief activities.' Aespa has committed 500,000 HKD, sharing their sorrow over the heartbreaking news and wishing for peace for all. Ryze also joined forces with their fandom Breeze, donating 250,000 HKD and sending condolences to the victims.
This tragedy occurred on the 26th at a high-rise apartment complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong, resulting in at least 36 confirmed deaths and 279 individuals reported missing. The local community is experiencing profound grief, and incidents such as this have a significant societal impact.
This donation goes beyond mere financial support, illustrating the social responsibility of K-pop artists. SM Entertainment's contribution provides direct assistance to fire victims, highlighting the engagement of artists and fans in addressing important social issues.
Aespa and Ryze's contributions send comforting messages to those suffering, proving that their music can transcend entertainment and make a significant societal impact. Such actions enhance respect for the artists among fans and strengthen the positive image of K-pop as a whole.
The recent fire incident serves as a poignant reminder of the role the public expects the entertainment industry to play in times of crisis. With the substantial influence that K-pop stars possess, their actions can raise awareness around social issues, making this donation symbolically significant and underscoring the need for further such initiatives in the future.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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