(G)I-DLE bowed to controversy over Red Cross insignia costume "Apologies to the Korean Red Cross"
Jul 22, 2024
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CUBE Entertainment, the agency of (G)I-DLE, said in a press release on the afternoon of the 22nd that "KBS2 'Music Bank' (G)I-DLE's 'Claxon stage costume, which was broadcast on the 19th, is in contact with the Korean Red Cross to actively discuss prevention of recurrence and follow-up measures after apology." he said.
He then apologized again, saying, `I would like to apologize once again to those involved in the inconvenience.'
Earlier on the 19th, (G)I-DLE performed a 'Clarkion' on the 'Music Bank' stage. It is a song that stands out for its coolness, cool tone, and choreography suitable for the summer season, and has been loved a lot since its release. In particular, on the stage of 'Music Bank', (G)I-DLE drew attention by wearing costumes with the phrase 'LifeGUARD' and the Red Cross mark. However, after the broadcast, opinions were raised that (girls) used the Red Cross mark without permission and that it was illegal. According to Article 25 of the Korean Red Cross Organization Act (Prohibition of Use of Red Cross Marks, etc.), Red Cross marks cannot be used for business or propaganda without the Red Cross' approval.
When the controversy became controversial, (G)I-DLE's agency Cube Entertainment recognized the problem of the stage costume and contacted the Korean Red Cross to discuss apologies and follow-up measures, expressing sincere remorse and apology.
Hello,
It's Cube Entertainment.
We are informing you about KBS 2TV 'Music Bank' (G)I-DLE's 'Claxon' stage costumes that aired on July 19.
Recognizing that there was a problem with the stage costume, we are in contact with the Korean Red Cross to actively discuss the prevention of recurrence and follow-up measures after the apology.
Once again, we apologize to those involved in the inconvenience.
I sincerely thank the fans who always show a lot of interest and support to (G)I-DLE.
Thank you.
soulhn1220@sportschosun.com
