A HYBE announcement has stirred up a storm among netizens, leaving many BTS fans dismayed, particularly those devoted to RM, the group's leader.
RM recently dropped his latest solo album, "Right Place, Wrong Person," a poignant collection of tracks that resonate deeply with fans. As part of the album's promotion, RM has been delighting fans with music videos filmed prior to his enlistment, adding to the anticipation surrounding his solo endeavors.
However, the excitement took a sharp turn when HYBE, the entertainment powerhouse behind BTS, hinted at the release of merchandise tied to RM's solo venture.
On May 28, the HYBE MERCH X account provided a sneak peek of the merchandise lineup, which included mugs, pillows, apparel, and various other items.
Spring always been here
— HYBE MERCH (@HYBE_MERCH) May 28, 2024
RM ‘Right Place, Wrong Person’ Official Merch. (1/3)
🚪 상품 공개: 2024. 05. 29. 12PM (KST)
📆 판매 오픈: 2024. 05. 29. 6PM (KST)
📍 @weverseshop @BTS_jp_official#RM #RightPlaceWrongPerson pic.twitter.com/p1qlchMQcH
IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS: BTS RM's Solo Album Launches Amidst Industry Feud Upon glimpsing the unveiled merchandise, ARMYs wasted no time in voicing their discontent, expressing frustration over the perceived lack of effort and creativity invested in the products. Many fans took to social media platforms to share their disappointment, highlighting that the merchandise failed to capture the essence of RM's artistic vision.
why are they allergic to effort. what the fuck is going on https://t.co/qQSdsa2UP6
— 준버전 태라피 (@hobibihoba) May 28, 2024
not to be that person but i find truly disgusting how every merch of their art since they enlisted lacks any true connection to the original pieces! it’s not worth your money let’s keep up the boycott!! https://t.co/RwhI7tcALH
— 𖦹 (@namurescere) May 28, 2024
Merch is probably the only aspect of RPWP that Hybe had a majority say in and of course they screwed up. Such an innovative album deserves far cooler merch. Honestly all we would’ve needed are a buch of those cute little mini joon figures from LOST! https://t.co/9riVPu6tSQ
— 🌊 a hundred indecisions 🌊 (@ultramarineJoon) May 28, 2024
Can Hybe just give the Merch design business to ARMYs...
— ⟭BlueeDenise⁷⁼¹⟬ 아포방포💜 (@BlueeDenise) May 28, 2024
This one is by an ARMY...
Cos they arent even trying anymore, its more like the mass produced things that anyone can print on...
The ones you KNOW Tannies pitched in for idea, were cool as hell.. They were unique...
Now… pic.twitter.com/vl3LEHGfwK
gonna complain abt this publicly. the indigo merch was a million times prettier and more well-thought out. hybe needs new designers. just my personal thoughts! pic.twitter.com/0GhfypaNxT
— aj ⁷ (@rkivedblues) May 28, 2024
One disillusioned fan remarked, "Of course they screwed up... HYBE hasn't seemed to put any effort into creating products for fans. The only part they got involved in was the merch, but they couldn't do it right."
This isn't the first instance where HYBE has faced criticism for its merchandise releases. Similar backlash has been directed at the company in the past, with announcements for merchandise tied to other artists, such as SEVENTEEN, also receiving flak from fans.
The discontent among fans underscores the importance of meaningful engagement and high-quality products in fan culture, with many calling for HYBE to reassess its approach to merchandise creation and better align it with the artistic integrity of its artists
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
