Online protests have been organized by fans to show support for the idol.
On June 11, ZEROSEs flooded Twitter to expose agency WAKEONE’s reported mistreatment of ZEROBASEONE member Kim Jiwoong.
Based on their assertions, Jiwoong has been largely absent during his solo promotions, which include individual activities, dance collaborations with other K-pop idols, and a noticeable absence on social media platforms like X (Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok.
The hashtag “Jiwoong Deserves Better”was trending, as fans expressed their frustration and demanded more promotions for the idol.
by the end of this month jiwoong will have gone without any schedules for half a year by the way. just a reminder to everyone
— ❅ (@jwngseokz) June 10, 2024
WAKEONE TREAT JIWOONG BETTERPROMOTE JIWOONG PROPERLY #JiwoongDeservesBetter #FairTreatmentForJiwoong@wakeone_offcl @ZB1staff @ZB1_jp pic.twitter.com/XEhMMPW0L9
— Barbara II Kim Jiwoong 🦋 ☀️🌵 (@barbarakpop03) June 11, 2024
I can’t stand with ZB1 anymore 💔that hurt me so wellI don’t know, maybe I will quit next month☹️if the mistreatment towards Jiwoong has continueWAKEONE TREAT JIWOONG BETTER#JiwoongDeservesBetter pic.twitter.com/Qfw6Kr4BkB
— Jiwoongprotector_🦋 (@Jiwoongprotecto) June 11, 2024
it’s really heartbreaking… all the things he has been through since that fake viral fancall record, the trucks, and all… the clips from zb1 content where he support other members schedule 😭 WAKEONE PLEASE TREAT JIWOONG BETTER #JiwoongDeservesBetter @wakeone_offcl https://t.co/EWfeAdMybU
— Piopio (@piopio2805) June 10, 2024
What’s the point i still followed them? Since this looks like ot8 account 💔😶OK bye ZB1Is Jiwoong not a member of ZB1? Does he not deserve fair promotions? @wakeone_offcl @ZB1staffWAKEONE TREAT JIWOONG BETTER#JiwoongDeservesBetter https://t.co/kIJZINb8mZ pic.twitter.com/4YwDMWYDOI
— Jiwoongprotector_🦋 (@Jiwoongprotecto) June 11, 2024
“I’ll be walking through the final path. And on this path, I swear to do my best and make my way to the top with enough happiness to make me forget every wound that hurt us.”WAKEONE TREAT JIWOONG BETTER#JiwoongDeservesBetter https://t.co/645v3BJHET pic.twitter.com/VTSY001k9J
— Nagato 🦋🌈 (@NagatoDarko) June 11, 2024
KIMJIWOONG has zero solo schedule,no challenges with other idols,no proper promotion during the comeback promotion,no solo post on twitter,instagram & tiktok for months,JIWOONG is also a member of ZB1 @wakeone_offcl @ZB1staffWAKEONE TREAT JIWOONG BETTER#JiwoongDeservesBetter pic.twitter.com/dkMrZFNx8A
— KIM JIWOONG Puddles (@KJWOONGIES1998) June 11, 2024
On February 2, a user on Twitter posted a clip from a fan call that included Kim Jiwoong. Despite a good start, the author made it a point to mention that the idol had cursed after the call ended. Several posts claimed that the idol had tried to say “Ah, shi-,”indicating the use of the Korean curse word “sh*bal.”
The original poster questioned whether it was common for their favorite member to react with an “Ah, shi-“during fan calls. They expressed uncertainty and asked for the opinions of other ZEROSE fans.
Do you usually say hello when you finish speaking with your partner? I’m not sure, so I’m curious about Zeroz’s opinions #Kim Ji- woong #Zeroz_Twitter pic.twitter.com/128TqzuRfU
—. . (@81930287a) February 2, 2024
After Jiwoong received immediate backlash from netizens, there were protests calling for his removal from the group using trucks.
📢 We are releasing some phrases to be used in the truck protest in advance #Kim Ji-woong_I have a conscience_go out #Please go out Kim Ji-woong pic.twitter.com/BwlP4IOpS8
— Kim Ji-woong Truck Corps (@kkjw_out) February 5, 2024
As the agency released a statement clarifying Jiwoong’s cursing allegations, WAKEONE became involved in the situation.
“We have discussed this matter with Kim Jiwoong and it’s confirmed that these accusations are not true. We have also consulted other administrative staff and interpreters.
For an even more accurate and unbiased analysis of the incident, we plan to work with a digital media forensic team and engage in other professional methods to uncover the truth. We will do everything in our resources to protect our artist.”
Finally, Dispatch disclosed the findings of the investigation and confirmed that it was challenging to verify the swearing due to various background noises. Additionally, it was determined that the footage was not manipulated in any manner and a staff member testified that the celebrity did not use any foul language.
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