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Hype Malaysia
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
TXT's Creative Director Calls Out Plagiarism Issue With CRAVITY's New Concept Photos
In the creative industry, it's easy to take inspiration from dedicated artist who work hard to achieve their creative direction, and it's even easier to plagiarise them. When creating your own pieces, taking inspiration and blatantly copying another person's work walks a fine line, and if you're not careful, you might be labelled as a copycat. Yesterday (19th June 2025), TXT's (투모로우바이투게더) creative director, known as Minchae, posted a series of her past projects featuring TXT's Beomgyu (최범규) more on her Instagram stories, which netizens have speculated to be a jab at CRAVITY's (크래비티) 'Dare To Crave' new concept photos. After all the uploads, the creative director then shared a photo of a coffee cup, overlaid with the caption: 'Authenticity & sincerity.' It is known that the creative director behind CRAVITY's recent rebranding is also TXT's former visual director, who goes by the alias Rakta. After CRAVITY's 'Dare To Crave' concept photos were released on Tuesday (17th June 2025), netizens quickly pointed out striking similarities to the creative direction used in TXT Beomgyu's 'Panic' project, sparking major backlash and accusations of plagiarism. Twitter user @/crvtty commented, 'Wow… so the creative team behind CRAVITY's rebranding and Dare To Crave concept is Rakta's team? She was TXT's visual director!' Others expressed disappointment over the apparent copying of concepts, while also defending CRAVITY from direct blame. Twitter user @/52amurak wrote, 'Using the same photographer doesn't mean you can just copy Beomgyu's idea. Panic is his story, and I don't see the link between a personal story and another boy group. TXT's previous art director, Rakta, is now working for CRAVITY, and she's disrespecting both TXT and her past work.' Do you think the similarities were just coincidental or blatant plagiarism? Sources: Koreaboo, Twitter What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Hype Malaysia
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
K-pop Fans Defend CRAVITY's Unique Concept Photos For Upcoming Album
Fans are always eagerly awaiting their favourite K-pop idol groups to make a comeback. As part of the promotional campaign, agencies often publish concept photos of the group members to tease fans about the overall theme of the album. There have been many instances where a particular member's concept photos have broken the internet due to their visuals, but in CRAVITY (크래비티)'s case, it's for an entirely different reason. The group made waves online over the weekend, with K-pop fans divided over just how unusual their concept photos are. Full story here: CRAVITY is currently preparing not only for a comeback but also for a rebrand. The group recently underwent a lineup change, with new leadership now consisting of the original members and Hyeongjun. As such, the concept photos for their upcoming album 'Dare to Crave' are expected to reflect the boy band's current journey. On 14th June (Saturday), the group released the concept images, which depict each member, dressed in white, hatching and crawling out of an egg, covered in some sort of translucent fluid. As soon as the photos were published, many expressed shock and even disgust at the somewhat unsettling visuals. According to Allkpop, some fans have expressed disappointment with the creative team for portraying the idols in questionable poses and using unsettling imagery. Fortunately, however, the majority of reactions have been overwhelmingly positive. Many came to the group's defence, stating that the imagery of them hatching from eggs perfectly symbolises their rebranding — or in other words, their rebirth. Others argued that CRAVITY may have delivered one of the most interesting and creative concept photo sets by a K-pop idol group in recent years, especially given how similar most concept photos tend to be. As for the members themselves, they too responded to fans' reactions to the photos. Minhee admitted that he was the most shocked about the whole thing and that he wanted to go home during the shoot. 'We would unintentionally shove the person next to us and say to each other, 'Oh, god, I am so sorry'. Then, it all became so funny that we basically thought of ourselves as human curling stones. (It's like we played curling with human bodies.) We tried to laugh it off as best we could. It was fun.' Jungmo reassured that fans should look forward to the other concept photos, as they worked really hard on them. Taeyoung and Sungmin took the 'experimental' concept photos in stride, saying that they were happy to be involved in the process. What are your thoughts on the concept photos? Did you find them refreshing or disturbing? Sources: Twitter, Allkpop What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
CRAVITY's Seungmin to take rest; idol suffers from rib injury – read to find out more
CRAVITY member Seunmin is going on a temporary hiatus to properly heal from a recent rib injury. The group's agency issued an official statement and shared that after consulting medical professionals, Seungmin requires rest in order to recover and perform well again. CRAVITY's Seungmin to take rest after rib injury; company issues statement As per reports from Allkpop, CRAVITY's agency used their fan discussion forum and other social media channels to inform fans about Seungmin's health. They stated that the idol had recently suffered from a rib injury and that due to medical advice, they will be taking some rest to recover for the time being. They stated in their notice that 'During a recent filming, Sungmin was involved in an unexpected physical collision with another member. He visited the hospital immediately for a check-up and was diagnosed with a rib injury, for which he is currently receiving treatment.' They continued by stating that while the member himself wanted to continue with the ongoing schedule, medical advice led to a different conclusion. 'Sungmin himself strongly wishes to participate in CRAVITY's upcoming schedules. However, heeding the advice of medical experts, he must limit excessive movement until his full recovery.' Seungmin to opt out of Seoul Music Awards The notice also shared that to recover as soon as possible, the idol will not be able to join the rest of the group for their performance at the Seoul Music Awards on June 21. They stated that 'Therefore, Sungmin will not be attending the 'Seoul Music Awards' scheduled to take place on June 21 KST. For any future schedules requiring choreography, Sungmin will participate with minimised movement. As this decision was made to prioritise the health and well-being of our artist, we ask fans for your understanding. ' They ended it on a positive note by sharing that 'We will make all the effort to ensure Sungmin's speedy recovery so that he may greet fans healthily once again.'
Hype Malaysia
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) Local Fans Coo Over CRAVITY's Taeyoung Reminiscing About Childhood In Malaysia
It's a known fact to CRAVITY (크래비티) fans that member Taeyoung (태영) once lived in Malaysia, spending four years of his childhood here. Last week, the idol returned to Kuala Lumpur for the first time since debuting, prompting a trip down memory lane. The singer was recently in town for the 'K-Pop Masterz 2025 in Kuala Lumpur' concert with his fellow CRAVITY members and fellow idol group ATEEZ (에이티즈). This concert marked both groups' first time performing in Malaysia since their debut. As Taeyoung spent his childhood here, the concert sparked excitement amongst local LUVITYs (CRAVITY fans), who even trended 'Taeyoung Balik Kampung' on social media for his 'homecoming'. Before the concert on 31st May (Saturday), Taeyoung went sightseeing in downtown KL. Through the fan messaging app Bubble, the 22-year-old shared about his visit to a local convenience store, where he came across some of his favourite snacks. The idol excitedly shared his childhood snacks, which included Koko Krunch and Honey Stars cereals, Wall's Paddle Pop Rainbow ice cream and Vitagen cultured milk drink. Taeyoung also revealed that he ate roti kaya during the trip, which he had been looking forward to. The idol is quite fond of the dish and once spoke about it in an interview. In another post on Bubble, Taeyoung shared his thoughts about returning to Malaysia after a long time. Surprisingly, the singer said the country felt like his hometown despite him only spending a few years of his childhood here. Taeyoung also showed his love for Malaysia through a video he posted on CRAVITY's official social media, which depicts him dancing in his hotel room. The idol wrote in the captions, 'When you finally came back to Malaysia', showing how excited he was to be back here. Local fans have reacted to Taeyoung's recent social postings, mostly expressing excitement about how fond the star is of Malaysia and how he seemed so happy to return. We hope this trip is just the beginning of more visits to Malaysia for the CRAVITY members. Perhaps the next time the idol group will be in town, it'll be for their solo concert. In the meantime, here's a look at what CRAVITY did while they were in town: Sources: Twitter (1)(2)(3)(4)(5), TikTok (1)(2) What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Hype Malaysia
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Concert Review: K-POP Masterz 2025 Brings ATEEZ & Cravity To Malaysia For The First Time
On the last day of May, KPOP Masterz 2025 brought two beloved bands to Malaysia for the first time, and the result was nothing short of spectacular. Held in Kuala Lumpur, the concert featured powerhouse performers ATEEZ (에이티즈) and rising stars CRAVITY (에이티즈). As the lights dimmed and the opening beats dropped, the atmosphere surged with excitement, setting the stage for a night filled with energy, emotion, and world-class performances. Taking place on 31st May (Saturday), the performance was held at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC). Kicking off the night, CRAVITY opened with their electrifying track 'VENI VIDI VICI', instantly igniting the crowd. The venue erupted with cheers and a wave of glowing lightsticks, creating an unforgettable scene that set the tone for the rest of the evening. CRAVITY The moment the lights went out, the venue burst into cheers as fans eagerly waited to see which band would appear first. Blue LEDs swept across the arena, and when CRAVITY's name lit up the screen, the energy soared. One by one, the members were introduced on screen before jumping straight into their hit song 'VENI VIDI VICI', kicking things off with sharp choreography that grabbed everyone's attention. Without missing a beat, CRAVITY transitioned into 'Love or Die'. The audience roared even louder, waving their lightsticks in rhythm with the music. The stunning lights and immersive atmosphere blended seamlessly with the sound, leaving us in awe throughout the entire performance. Even while executing intricate choreography, the members showcased breathtaking vocals, proving their talent and professionalism on every level. After the first two performances, MC Hani Fazdil took the stage to officially introduce the evening's hosts. Each CRAVITY member reintroduced themselves, expressing their surprise at how loud the fans had been, even before the group appeared, proving just how strong Malaysia's love for them truly is. The members then walked to the centre stage, smiling and waving to the audience all around. Before diving into the night's interactive segment, they reignited the crowd's energy with another fan favourite, 'Adrenaline'. To keep the momentum going, the organisers introduced a few games for the members to play. The group entertained the audience while competing in lighthearted challenges. As a playful punishment, three losing members walked down the centre stage, drawing cheers and laughter from the crowd. CRAVITY then wrapped up their set with strong performances of 'My Turn', 'C'est La Vie', and 'Now or Never'. They closed the night with their explosive track 'Break All the Rules', after wishing everyone a warm and joyful 'Happy Raya Holiday.' ATEEZ With the first hour flying by, you might expect the audience to start cooling down, but that was far from the case. The moment bold red LEDs lit up the hall and ATEEZ's name appeared on the screen, the venue erupted in deafening cheers and screams. They kicked off their set with 'Guerrilla', accompanied by flashing red lights and an explosive atmosphere. Fans immediately sang along, echoing the lyrics while the group delivered sharp, synchronised choreography. The performance shook the entire venue with its powerful beats. ATINYs responded with full force, their voices rising to match the energy of the performance. ATEEZ showcased their vocal range and stage presence, flawlessly balancing intense choreography with soaring vocals. After formally introducing themselves to the crowd, they launched into 'Say My Name'. With every beat drop, fans screamed their biases' names, filling the room with unrelenting passion and love. Next up was the fan-favourite track, 'The Real', and the energy in the venue instantly skyrocketed. Each time the beat dropped, confetti burst from the stage, adding to the explosive atmosphere. Near the end of the performance, ATEEZ member Wooyoung (우영) broke into an impressive dance solo, drawing loud cheers from the crowd. Following the high-energy performance, the group took a brief break for a fun Q&A session, offering fans a more personal moment. They then moved to the centre stage and kept the momentum going with powerful performances of 'Ice on My Teeth' and 'Desire'. Afterwards, they engaged in short games with the audience, deepening their connection with ATINYs and expressing their gratitude. As the night drew to a close, the members began their heartfelt farewells. To show their love, they performed 'Turbulence' as purple confetti floated through the air, creating a warm and emotional atmosphere. Finally, ATEEZ ended the night on a high with two explosive closing songs: 'Work' and 'Bouncy'. This event marked the first time either band had performed in Malaysia. Malaysian LUVITYs and ATINYs made sure to prove just how loud and passionate they could be, hoping it won't be long before the groups return. The night perfectly showcased the contrast and balance between CRAVITY's youthful charm and ATEEZ's powerful stage presence. Together, they created a dynamic energy that made the entire concert unforgettable for everyone in attendance. Zaima Humaira contributed to this article. What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
