Recently, musician Sik-K was accused of cultural appropriation. Sik-K | @younghotyellow/Instagram Sik-K first gained attention for his appearance on Show Me The Money 4, ultimately signing to H1GHER MUSIC and establishing himself as a popular rapper. Through the years, he has raised eyebrows for some of the imagery in his releases. [Video could not be displayed] […]
4th Gen K-Pop Idol Triggers Divided Reactions Over Alleged Cultural Appropriation
Former TREASURE member Bang Yedam has sparked mixed reactions due to his recent styling. BANG YEDAM | @_YEDAM_OFFICIAL/X Bang Yedam is preparing his August 29 comeback with his second mini album, GOOD ViBES. Since it will be released in just a couple of days, he is busy promoting it. | @_YEDAM_OFFICIAL/X Recently, he posted a […]
IVE Rei’s “Hello Kitty” Plushie Sparks Accusations Of Cultural Insensitivity
IVE member Rei is going viral on X (former Twitter) for her controversial plushie. Rei | @reinyourheart/Instagram A clip of Rei from one of her recent livestreams is making the rounds on the platform, where she showed off her tan Hello Kitty plushie. Though the doll is supposed to be Hawaiian, Rei dressed it up […]
ONEUS Fans Call Out RBW For Cultural Appropriation
Recently, RBW dropped individual teaser photos of the ONEUS members for their comeback single, “Now,” a remake of the 2000 hit song that Fin. K.L originally sang. SEO HO | RBW XION | RBW KEON HEE | RBW LEE DO | RBW HWAN WOONG | RBW Every member looked handsome in the concept photos, showcasing […]
82MAJOR’s Yechan Called Out For Cultural Appropriation
Great M Entertainment boy group 82MAJOR (formerly trainee group Rare House) recently made their comeback with the new EP BEAT by 82, including title track “Choke.” Yoon Yechan’s styling for this comeback has come under fire due to cultural appropriation. Cultural appropriation takes place when members of a majority group adopt cultural elements of a minority […]
LE SSERAFIM Chaewon’s Recent Styling Sparks Mixed Reactions Due To Alleged Cultural Appropriation
LE SSERAFIM performed on M COUNTDOWN a couple of weeks ago while the group promoted “EASY.” This performance has resurfaced after a clip went viral on video-sharing app TikTok. While fans usually like Chaewon‘s hairstyles, the reason why this performance has been brought up again is due to her hairstyle that day. Chaewon was dressed […]
LE SSERAFIM Yunjin’s New Concept Photos Sparks Divided Reactions Over Alleged Cultural Appropriation
New concept photos have dropped for LE SSERAFIM 3rd Mini Album EASY, and Huh Yunjin‘s styling has sparked mixed reactions. SOURCE MUSIC shared the “BALMY FLEX” concept photos. Yunjin is featured wearing a crop top, pink shorts, and a large green fur coat. Yet, her accessories sparked mixed reactions. Yunjin | @SOURCEMUSIC/X | @SOURCEMUSIC/X Netizens praised Yunjin’s […]
BABYMONSTER Come Under Fire For Cultural Appropriation In Their “BATTER UP” Music Video — Twice
One of the biggest issues that have been raised in K-Pop is the topic of cultural appropriation among idols. The definition of cultural appropriation is “The unacknowledged or inappropriate adoption of the customs, practices, ideas of one people or society by members of another and typically more dominant people or society.” BABYMONSTER came under fire after two […]
Mnet Comes Under Fire For Using Cultural Appropriation As A “Prank” On The “Boys Planet” Contestants
Mnet is in the midst of airing its newest reality show, Boys Planet, where trainees from different countries compete for a chance to debut in a new group. While the company has come under fire for evil editing during the shows, the recent episode came for cultural appropriation. The “Boys Planet” poster | Mnet During the […]
BLACKPINK’s Jennie And HBO Under Fire For Cultural Appropriation In Latest “The Idol” Trailer
After the announcement that BLACKPINK‘s Jennie would be appearing in the HBO series “The Idol,” netizens shared their excitement at seeing the singer make her acting debut in such a huge series. BLACKPINK’s Jennie | @jennierubyjane/Instagram Several trailers have been released ahead of the show’s release, and BLINKs were excited to see Jennie feature in […]
Korean Café Criticized For Cultural Appropriation And Blackfishing
If you’ve watched K-Dramas Yumi’s Cells or Tomorrow, you have likely seen the product placement (PPL) for café Mauritius Brown. Ahn Bo Hyun (background) and Kim Go Eun (foreground) in “Yumi’s Cells.” | Tving & Studio Dragon “Tomorrow” Episode 9. | MBC Product placements and K-Dramas are almost synonymous. From the latest makeup and skincare […]
Netizens Call Out “Street Dance Girls Fighter” Dancer Jo Nain For Cultural Appropriation
Many of us came to know Jo Nain through Mnet‘s dance crew survival show Street Dance Girls Fighter. She is the leader of the winning dance crew TURNS as well as a member of Just Jerk Crew. Jo Nain | @nain_jerkfamily/ Instagram [embedded content] Nain stood out to viewers, including BTS‘s Jungkook. He even helped her come up […]
HYBE Criticized For Alleged Cultural Appropriation In Promotions For BTS Jungkook’s “Artist-Made Collection”
BTS‘s maknae Jungkook is the final member to release his “Artist-Made Collection.” BTS’s Jungkook It certainly did not disappoint either. ARMYs are loving both of his self-designed merchandise, the “ARMYST ZIP-UP HOODY” and the “MIKROKOSMOS MOOD LAMP.” ARTIST-MADE COLLECTION BY #BTSMerch. Style Photo – Jung Kook ver. ?MIKROKOSMOS MOOD LAMPBY Jung Kook#BY_BTS #BY_JungKook pic.twitter.com/yBppQQgNdf — […]