Why Netizens Are Accusing ZEROBASEONE Of Plagiarism? Know Here!
Plagiarism accusations are quite common in the popular K-pop world.
Plagiarism accusations are quite common in the popular K-pop world. From outfits to concept, the group and their members face immense backlash after news about plagiarism occurs. The latest group to be under hot water is ZEROBASEONE for their pre-single Slam Dunk. Netizens believe that the concept for this song copied the well-known Japanese manga series, Slam Dunk. They were especially upset that the group used the same lines from the original series in their fan chant. Know more about it below!
ZEROBASEONE’s Latest Song Under Fire After Netizens Call Out Alleged Plagiarism
As per Koreaboo, users were not at all happy with the concept for their pre-single. One person wondered how this could be acceptable, especially since fans were being asked to use these copied lines in their chants. The user was worried about what would happen if the group performed this at a concert or awards show where fans of the original manga would be present.
이게 용서된다고요? 게다가 팬들한테 말하게 만든다고요? 이걸 콘서트나 시상식에서 다른 그룹 팬들 중 슬램덩크 팬들이 들으면 어떻게 생각하겠다는 건가요? 그런 생각은 안 해봤어요? 양심은 대체 어디 갔습니까?@ZB1staff @ZB1_official pic.twitter.com/kfuXfkTrWG
— に (@V_V_b_ll) July 23, 2025
Another user harshly criticised WAKEONE, the company managing the K-pop group. This person mentioned that the company seemed to have “lost its mind” and had “crossed the line.” They asked the company to stop this and added that this behaviour showed no respect for fans. The fans are extremely frustrated and are calling out the agency. However, other netizens have different opinions. What do you think about it?
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For the unversed, after this pre-single, the group is all set to release their full album. It is their first full album, and the excitement around it is high.
First Published: July 24, 2025 2:54 PM
