The 7-member group has performed in the 2019 MAMA. After their funny and excellent performance, the group went viral in Naver and various social media websites worldwide. Mnet also uploaded an official video of all performances during the 2019 MAMA, however, after a few minutes, Mnet deleted GOT7's video.
Netizens were quick to defend the group saying that Mnet deleted their video because it was gaining too much attention and are overpowering other K-pop groups. GOT7's fans were disappointed and frustrated with Mnet and demand that the company makes an explanation. Netizens argued that it just doesn't make sense for someone to delete a viral and trending video. Plus it helps with their publicity as well.
Here are some comments from Naver:
- "Something smells fishy, why don't they want GOT7 to gain attention?"
- "We want the video back! Why is their a video for every other artist except GOT7?!"
- "Why did you delete the video? Why would you take down a trending post?"
- "Mnet, what are you tryna to do?"
- "So rude and disrespectful."
- "When GOT7 is trending rather than the show itself."
- "The audacity to upload and delete GOT7's performance video. Shame on you Mnet!"
Meanwhile, Mnet has not released an official statement regarding the incident.
