- One.
An article that showcases the negative side of having obsessive fans. Outlines how far they go to be acknowledged by Justin Bieber (and "get near him"), as well as the inconvenience they cause to others staying at the hotel. - Two.
Gives a list of examples of obsessive fans' actions, as well as outlines their key points (in regards to how they behave and think). The science behind their thinking is offered, which is useful. - Three.
An entertainment journalist talks about how obsessive fans are making things harder for people (in relation to their jobs, personal lives and so on). She even quits her job out of fear. She talks about how fanaticism is growing worse and worse. - Four.
This article shows the destructive nature of obsessive fans, going so far as to hurt (whether purposefully or not) their so-called "beloved" idol. A video is even presented of Park Yoochun being assaulted by the deranged fan. - Five.
A Korean actor, Jang Geun Suk, sends a message to his obsessive fans about "limits," fed-up with constant and never-ending breaches of his privacy (no matter what country he is in).
Others:
- Six: UK fans targeting celebrities out of loneliness; article.
- Seven: detailed explanation of "sasaeng"/obsessive fans in the K-Pop industry; blog post.
- Eight: fan explains how she was assaulted by manager of boy band; fan account.
- Nine: video footage of fan and idol engaging in violence; YouTube video.
- Ten: exploring the psychology of celebrity worship; book.
This style of fan is a little frightening!
ReplyDeleteSome fans like to dress up as characters, made painfully obvious in the phenomenon that is cosplay.
Looks pretty fun to me. Check out the fans in the link below!
http://ochogame.wordpress.com/2011/08/04/cosplay-swarm-at-dragon-con-2011/
Yeah, fans can totally take things to far! Some of them really need to calm down...
DeleteThanks for the link! :D That picture kind of scared me, haha. Fans + crowds = not a good idea. It kind of looks like a mob!
wow, I knew there were some pretty out of it people but didn't realize to how crazy obssed fans can get. thanks for the research and insight , they were quite interesting reads
ReplyDeleteThank you! :) Yeah, I never knew that fans could be so scary. :s
DeleteRaashka,
ReplyDeleteInteresting blog, fans have been known to do some fairly dangerous and sinister things globally. How does society in general deal with this issue? Do people feel any empathy towards these "idols" or does society just think it's part of the job? Just a couple of suggestions - you may want to re-look at the list of links you have, above - and perhaps put what the links are rather than numbers - otherwise why would anyone want to click on them?
Another point to consider - the requirements are a range of sources - and ones that have some substance ... that is to support the slightly more "academic" aspect of the blog ...at the moment most of the sites are very similar and all seem to be "fan style magazines"
Antonella
Yes, fans are especially dangerous because, I think, of the way most of them claim to do all these things out of "love."
DeleteFrom what I've read, most of society is somewhat repulsed by the way these obsessive fans act. I've even read some accounts of fans leaving certain fandoms because of how people have acted out against the idols. I know that many people empathize with the way obsessive fans feel, but I don't think (or it doesn't seem so) that they empathize with their actions.
I'll definitely be looking into more academic-based links, thank you. I just chose to add more "fan styled magazines," as you said, because I thought the best way to discuss obsessive fans was getting the opinions of the fans in general.
Cool, fair enough - however if we are trying to make a point it probably pays to get lots of different perspectives to support our arguments, especially today. Looks good.
DeleteAs i a fan myself i like to be always aware what is my favorite star is up to, where it is, what it is thinking etc. And i strongly believe that if those people made their career in public apperances of any sort they should realise that being under the limelight of their fans obsession is a part of their job. Even though they might not like the excessive attention of their fans. The maths is simple...more fans = more popularity, more popularity = success.
ReplyDeleteOMG. I never knew fans can go as far as they have in your article. I literally had to read some sentences twice or even three times just to make sure I was reading it correctly. Im scared that one day, a celebrity might come come across his/her last breathe on earth due to an obsessive fan trying too hard to make a memorable moment.
ReplyDeleteWhat is anyone doing to try and stop such craze? I mean, some fans are ruining the chances for others to see their favorite idols cause of their stupidity. It is just shocking and utterly sickening to read what some fans are willing to do just to be noticed by a celeb. Its sad. Real sad.
Good read by the way (: