Celebrities including Famke Louise, Thomas Berge, Bizzy, and Tim Douwsma have publicly expressed frustration with government COVID-19 measures, drawing sharp criticism from various quarters.
Fellow artists and healthcare workers, among others, have voiced strong disapproval of their stance.
Rick van Baaren, Professor of Behavioral Change & Society at Radboud University, told RTLnieuws.nl: "It is a confusing time. You see the corona figures rising, but people are not yet terrified. That creates doubt. Psychologically I understand that people revolt, but that doesn't mean it's wise."
In response, a counter-movement has emerged, with #ikdoewelmee now trending on social media.