Fake fans? Sigh. Every artist seems to have that lately, especially in the digital age where everyone wants to be a keyboard warrior without thinking of the consequences of their actions.
This began when Siti’s 18th studio album, ManifestaSITI2020, was faced with harsh criticism from Malaysians.
Fans and haters alike mocked the album cover, saying that it looks more like a business magazine than a music album. Many pinned the blame for the product’s final outcome on Siti’s team, claiming that they failed her.
It didn’t stop there. The Malaysian Pop Queen also regularly faces ridicule over her appearances at public events. This, of course, gave her stylists a bad reputation.
Tired of the constant criticism, Siti Nurhaliza has voiced out her frustrations via her Twitter account @CTNurhaliza11 to stand up for her team:
“Assalammualaikum. Once again I would like to remind ‘Sitizoners’ (a fandom name her fans call themselves) who I love, and also to those who hide behind the moniker, that I don’t think there is a need for comparison between the way I work in this entertainment world and in the business world. These are two separate sectors with very different teams.
Alhamdulillah, SNP (Siti Nurhaliza Production) team has persevered with our strategies, and so has my products. I hope that you can all respect and appreciate the effort made by those who work hard to maintain my reputation and my work.”
“Final decisions are made by me. Thank you to those who understand. The best comes from Allah, the bad comes from us. For the record, this post is written by myself, Siti Nurhaliza!”
Louder, sis!
Fans need to understand that just because they follow the life of a celebrity or a public figure, that does not give them the right to act like they know everything about them! Learn your boundaries and please keep in mind that celebrities are human beings with feelings, just like you and me.
Peace out!
*Cover image via Bandwagon Asia