On February 2, a fan shared a clip in their video name with K-pop idol ZEROBASEONE’s Kim Jiwoong, sparking controversy and accusations of irrelevant language. In reaction to the online backlash, ZEROBASEONE’s corporation, WAKEONE, has taken a corporation stance, vowing criminal motion towards fake rumors at the same time as defending the artist’s recognition.
Understanding the Situation
After a fan uploaded a video on social media, accusing Kim Jiwoong of using derogatory language during the end of an online fan meeting, the idol was the target of backlash. The incident, which was caught on camera for a brief moment, caused fans to question if such behavior was appropriate, especially in light of the financial commitment fans make to engage with their favorite artists.
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WAKEONE’s Official Response
In an attempt to address the accusations, ZEROBASEONE’s agency, WAKEONE, issued a comprehensive statement through South Korean press outlets, vehemently denying the claims. The agency expressed that the accusations against Kim Jiwoong are “not true” and emphasized their commitment to protecting their artist’s reputation.
Legal Action Against False Rumors
WAKEONE, in its reaction, went a step similarly by announcing their purpose to take legal action against those circulating fake rumors approximately their artists. The agency emphasized its dedication to revealing the facts through virtual forensics on pictures, video, and audio, declaring that they might use all to be had method to shield their artist.
Negative Reception to the Agency’s Statement
Although the company maintained a strong position, fans, and internet businesses—particularly via theqoo—were not persuaded. Threats of criminal action and the company’s interest in branding the fan as a “Saesang” stalker have drawn criticism for being out of proportion and diverting attention from the real problem at hand. Korean K-pop fans started to find the reaction to be indistinct and developed a terrible habit of it.
Timing of WAKEONE’s Statement
The first person to upload the video was a fan who was confused about WAKEONE’s announcement timing. They pointed out that it didn’t seem to have anything to do with the incident and asked about the organization’s strategy for handling the controversy.
There is an ongoing disagreement over the incident and the company’s response in the discussion surrounding ZEROBASEONE’s Kim Jiwoong. As fans study the situation in detail, the larger K-pop community is expecting more reactions to this developing story.
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