KINGDOM’s Company Begs for Forgiveness Over Album Cowl ‘Blunder’

GF Leisure, the company representing the male group KINGDOM, has issued an official apology for an album cowl design that sparked controversy and public outcry.

Right here’s what occurred.

KINGDOM’s Company Points Formal Apology Over Album Cowl Controversy

Initially slated for pre-order on September 21, the company discovered itself embroiled in a contentious state of affairs as considerations emerged relating to the album’s cowl design.

(Photograph : twitter|@KINGDOM_GFent@)

(Photograph : twitter|@KINGDOM_GFent@)

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Some observant people famous that the art work bore putting similarities to the Qur’an, the holy scripture of Islam.

The invention triggered a direct response from the company, expressing deep remorse for his or her obvious lack of understanding and providing apologies to the Muslim neighborhood, in addition to anybody who might have been affected.

(Photograph : twitter|@KINGDOM_GFent@)

(Photograph : twitter|@KINGDOM_GFent@)

GF Leisure launched the next assertion in English:

“Hiya, that is GF Leisure.

We have not too long ago acquired suggestions in regards to the cowl of KINGDOM’s seventh mini album, which was initially scheduled for pre-order on the twenty first. It has been identified that the design bears some resemblance to the Islamic scripture.

KINGDOM is a gaggle that strives to showcase the richness of world cultures by Okay-pop, with a robust dedication to selling cultural range and coexistence. We deeply remorse that this controversy has arisen as a result of our lack of understanding and oversight, and we acknowledge our shortcomings on this matter. We provide our honest apologies to the Muslim neighborhood and anybody else who might have felt discomforted by this case.

We humbly specific our remorse and take this chance to guarantee you that we’re dedicated to taking steps to stop such incidents from occurring sooner or later.

In gentle of this, we’ve got made the choice to recall and discard all 70,000 copies of the preliminary album version and proceed with a reissue. Pre-orders for KINGDOM’s new album will recommence at 11 a.m. on the twenty sixth, and the official launch will proceed as initially scheduled on October 18.

We lengthen our heartfelt apologies to the devoted followers who love KINGDOM for any inconvenience this may increasingly have brought on.”

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KINGDOM’s Album Redesign in Progress: Company Plans to Reissue with Contemporary Design and Reopen Pre-Orders

The company’s response did not cease at phrases; they introduced plans to recall and eliminate all 70,000 copies of the preliminary album version.

(Photograph : twitter|@KINGDOM_GFent@)

Moreover, they intend to reissue the album with a brand new design and reopen pre-orders on September 26. Importantly, the official launch date for the album stays unchanged, scheduled for October 18.

This surprising flip of occasions emphasizes the significance of cultural sensitivity and consciousness within the leisure trade.

It additionally serves as a reminder that even essentially the most well-intentioned actions can have unintended penalties, prompting companies and artists to be extra vigilant and thoughtful of their artistic endeavors.

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