Despite the backlash from outraged fans, K-pop girl group fromis_9 went ahead with their comeback plans by releasing numerous concept photos for “Supersonic.”However, many fans were disappointed with the perceived “poor quality”of the photos and directed their criticism towards PLEDIS Entertainment.
Fromis_9 is a well-known name in the K-pop industry, alongside other fourth-generation acts. Their popularity is evident through their catchy releases, loyal fanbase, and star quality. However, fans have noticed a decrease in the frequency of comebacks from the girl group.
On July 18, fans were delighted by a pleasant surprise from fromis_9, who released the first teaser for their highly anticipated single album “Supersonic.”The album is set to drop on August 12 at 6 p.m. KST.
The initial teaser was succeeded by a promotion schedule and tracklist, generating even more excitement for the group’s return. To further increase anticipation, fromis_9 released both group and individual concept photos for their upcoming comeback “Supersonic.”
fromis_9 (fromis_9) 3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST) Official Photo 🍋 #JUICY ver. #LeeSaeRom # fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/TRBjtgQJ9Z
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 30, 2024
fromis_9 (fromis_9) 3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST) Official Photo 🍋 #JUICY ver . #LeeChaeYoung # fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/e1drweYKQh
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 30, 2024
fromis_9 (fromis_9) 3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST) Official Photo 🍋 #JUICY ver. #노지선 #RohJiSun #fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/XfmBwj0lMl
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 30, 2024
fromis_9 (fromis_9) 3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST) Official Photo 🍋 #JUICY ver. #백지헌 #BaekJiHeon #fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/trlUi6c0Ph
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 30, 2024
fromis_9 (fromis_9) 3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST) Official Photo 🍋 #JUICY ver . #SongHaYoung #fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/7pST7iYYay
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 30, 2024
fromis_9 (fromis_9) 3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST) Official Photo 🍋 #JUICY ver . #LeeSeoYeon # fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/fVJvvHStxI
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 30, 2024
fromis_9 (fromis_9) 3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST) Official Photo 🍋 #JUICY ver . #LeeNaGyung # fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/eO0reNIo3Q
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 30, 2024
fromis_9 (fromis_9) 3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST) Official Photo 🍋 #JUICY ver. #박지원 #ParkJiWon #fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/31N9vHGlzw
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 30, 2024
fromis_9 (fromis_9)3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST)Official Photo 🍋 #JUICY ver. #fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/6fqOjwC8gI
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 30, 2024
fromis_9 (fromis_9)3rd Single Album [Supersonic] 2024.08.12 6PM(KST)Official Photo ❤️🔥 #HEAT ver. #fromis_9 # fromis_9 #Supersonic pic.twitter.com/VbgSTlB5c5
— fromis_9 [fromis_9] (@realfromis_9) July 26, 2024
Despite the excitement from eager fans, PLEDIS Entertainment has faced backlash for the quality of their photos. Fans have expressed frustration and anger, stating that the photos reflect the agency’s mistreatment.
a dollar https://t.co/cFB3aIAt2f
— Groo Base (@groossemble) July 30, 2024
Concept photo?? Wtf is this?? Where’s the concert?? Wtf they’re doing with all that money? Where’s the fucking budget?? Plybe better sleep with eyes open. https://t.co/cfac50HOv6
— MimoTheMuseOfThe8☆ (@Acecoupss) July 31, 2024
what are these boring ass concept photos pledis r lucky they look pretty as fuck https://t.co/MkksqPeiFr
— lalali (@introvernoon) July 31, 2024
i know pledis sucks at managing girls group but why would u take in fromis if u dont even want to manage them https://t.co/kc6HZdtro7
— Eri. natsume cruise 🔜 (@qinchesgf) July 31, 2024
idk abt y’all but this whole comeback feels like the company only started preparations AFTER the members and fans expressed discontent after MONTHS of inactivity and neglect https://t.co/WTeVWcHaZV
— billie / harshita (@newjitan) July 31, 2024
a white fucking wall are you serious https://t.co/f11fa3TtiN
— melosch (kkuma’s version) (@caratandinsane) July 30, 2024
The budget isn’t there for a group in a multimillion company 😭😭😭😭 why fromis mistreatment getting worse https://t.co/Dm1sUmQvpp
— Kesh 🤍 (@zndwlzn13) July 31, 2024
Recently, netizens have criticized PLEDIS for allegedly not paying fromis_9’s salaries. According to an article by Korean news outlet MyDaily on May 20, fans were upset by a remark made about member Park Jiwon’s salary during the group’s Weverse livestream.
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