Some are also comparing D.O.'s situation to that of former Super Junior member Kibum, who was technically a part of Super Junior for a long time but never participated in any of the group's official schedules. Other comments included, "This is why acting disease is scary.. With D.O.'s visuals and his physical, if it weren't for EXO, his acting wouldn't be worth anything but he's gotten so full of it after a few roles and thinks he's Choi Min Sik.", "He already seemed like he didn't want to be an idol anymore. He said in an interview that he didn't want to get skin care like idols. He has acting disease so he thinks being an idol isn't worth it.", "He didn't go to Hawaii because he was out drinking with his acting connections. He must be looking for a new company through all his connections.", and more.