A provocative post that has gained significant traction on the Korean forum Pann is stirring intense discussions across the K-Pop community, as it highlights a series of shocking plagiarism controversies involving HYBE and its roster of artists. With over 144,000 views, the compilation details numerous incidents where HYBE's acts are accused of imitating concepts, logos, and performances from various artists and companies.

Fans Outraged: TWS Changes Fandom Name Amid Plagiarism Allegations!

The controversy deepens with KATSEYE, another new addition to the HYBE lineup in 2024, facing backlash for its choice of fandom name, “EYEKONs.” Many fans have noted the striking resemblance to iKON’s fandom name, “iKONIC,” further fueling accusations of a lack of creativity within the company.

Moreover, ILLIT, another girl group under the HYBE umbrella, has faced similar criticism. Their fandom name “LILLIES” has sparked outrage among fans of BLACKPINK’s Lisa, as it closely resembles the fandom name associated with the popular artist. The backlash has spread to accusations directed at ILLIT’s members, claiming their image and branding echo those of other established artists like NMIXX’s Lily.

The Virtual Group SYNDI8 Accused of 'Aespa Copying' — Is the Trend Getting Out of Hand?

Even lesser-known entities like SYNDI8, a virtual pop group from the company, aren’t safe from condemnation. Netizens have drawn attention to a member named Kanari, noting striking similarities to Aespa’s Karina—everything from their height to clothing style and personality traits (MBTI) has been scrutinized. The allegations don’t stop there, as other members of SYNDI8 are also being accused of lacking originality in their concepts.

Veteran group LE SSERAFIM has not been exempt from this wave of controversy either, with numerous claims regarding similarities in their music and performances to international stars like Rosalía, Tyla, and SZA propelling discussions around the group's authenticity and originality.

The post has become a focal point of attention, amassing more than 70,000 views and countless comments from netizens. Many are baffled by the frequency of these controversies, raising questions about HYBE’s influence on media narratives, suggesting that many such incidents have “slipped under the radar” until now.

One particularly popular comment references Scooter Braun, CEO of HYBE America, and his notable influence in the industry, leading fans to demand accountability and transparency from the entertainment giant.

As the K-Pop world reckons with these allegations, fans are left wondering: Has HYBE crossed the line, or are these claims simply a case of overzealous scrutiny? Stay tuned as this story unfolds, and the stakes in the K-Pop industry continue to rise!