Min Hee Jin Accused of Plagiarism For f(x) 'Pink Tape' — Here's Why K-Netz Aren't Convinced

While Min Hee Jin has been accused of copying for f(x)'s 2013 album "Pink Tape," Korean netizens are not convinced.

On May 23, 2024, a post titled "Suspicions over Min Hee Jin plagiarizing 'The Pink Tape'" was shared to one of South Korea's most popular online community forums Instiz.

In the post, the original poster shared the album art for Spanish artist Pink Tape's "Anomaly" extended play. The album art features a purple-pink cassette tape with the words "PINK TAPE" on it. The tape from the cassette appears to have been pulled out. The extended play was released in 2012.

They then included the album art for f(x)'s second studio album, "Pink Tape," which was released in 2013. f(x)'s album art makes use of pink videotape, with a label that features all the members and the words "PINK TAPE." Additionally, the cassette tape categorizes he "film" as romance and cult. It is well known that Min Hee Jin was involved in the creative side of f(x)'s work at the time.

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While there are some similarities, such as the color and the use of the terms "PINK TAPE," netizens are not convinced and believe Min Hee Jin either got inspiration from Pink Tape, or it is just a coincidence.

The biggest difference between the two album arts is the use of a cassette tape for Pink Tape and a videotape for f(x). People state that these are two extremely different things and are the biggest indicator that Min Hee Jin did not plagiarize Pink Tape's work.

It was also noted that the tape in "Anamoly" isn't similar at all to the pink used in f(x)'s album, which also means Min Hee Jin did not copy.

Others noted that f(x) using "Pink Tape" as their album title could be coincidental, as artists are allowed to release work with titles that have been used before.

Many suspected that the allegations were made by those who are supporting HYBE in the current legal battle between the corporation and ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin. Previously, she was accused of plagiarizing Mexican girl group Jeans for NewJeans's concept, another accusation that is believed to have gone viral due to HYBE fans sharing it online.

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Some comments read,

• "You guys are seriously so tiring. Can you please use your head a bit? Now that you've gone to Mexico, you are going to Spain?"
• "No, but the accusations are severe... Seriously, they don't even look remotely alike."
• "The fact that OP doesn't know a thing is hilarious."
• "Ha... Do you not know the difference between a cassette and video tape? Plus, the body of the cassette tape isn't even pink to begin with."
• "Her there, having the same name is allowed."
• "HYBE's part-timers and their fans really spend their days trying to find something wrong with Min Hee Jin. You guys are seriously lost."
• "So, having the same name is considered plagiarism now?"
• "Does OP not know the difference between a cassette and video tape?"
• "Do you think all idol fans are as dumb as you?"

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Written by Alexa Lopez