Kiss of life It is once again under fire because their inclusion in the second formation for Kcon has rekindled a recitlast storm linked to their past controversy that involves accusations of cultural appropriation and racism.
At the beginning of this year, the Rookie Girl group had to face intense criticism after a live broadcast segment was widely condemned for the elements that resembled stereotypes and racial allocations. Despite the initial support of the fans and the moderate success in their debut, the group has struggled to regain the momentum, with the recent versions that have not had a significant impact of the paper or arouse a lot of public interest.
On social media, the inclusion of the group in the next range Kcon was welcomed with strong disapproval. While many ads in the Kcon thread generated buzz and excitement, Kiss of lifeThe tweet was flooded with negative reactions. Critics expressed indignation, labeling the decision to include them in a high profile event as “deaf” and “disrespectful”, in particular for international fans.
A user commented, “There is still time to resume it kcon, you can literally bring anyone else.” Another added, “This is honestly so crazy for me. Because inviting these people not sorry to this event. You could have had Blackswan, Itzy or give some nugu groups the opportunity to perform in Kcon.”
There is still time to resume it kcon, you can literally bring anyone else 😭
– Solar ♡︎ // Seeing Ateez 08/08 (@luvitcrown) 13 May 2025
This is honestly so crazy for me. Why invite these individuals not sorry to this event. You could have had Blackswan, Itzy or give some nugu group the opportunity to perform in Kcon
– Hey⭐️ (@venusspeakstome) 13 May 2025
The Netizen also stressed that the US public would probably answer badly Kiss of lifeThe presence, given the unresolved nature of the controversy and the lack of public excuses of the group or a significant reflection on the accident.
AS Kiss of life Attempts to move forward, the persistent impact of their previous controversy continues to obscure their public image. With international fans holding more and more responsible idols, it is not sure of how the group reputation – and performance – will be intended for a global event like Kcon.
