Management Responds Swiftly to Concerns Over Resemblance to Quran, Affirms Album's Upcoming Release and World Tour

GF Entertainment

GF Entertainment revealed on Monday that K-pop sensation Kingdom has decided to discard all 70,000 first-edition copies of their highly anticipated album, following a wave of controversy surrounding its jacket cover. The image, unveiled last week for the seventh EP titled “History of Kingdom: Part VII. Jahan,” sparked debates, with some asserting its resemblance to the Quran, the sacred scripture of Islam.

The EP marks the conclusion of a seven-part series by Kingdom, where they reinterpret diverse cultures from around the world. Despite the setback, GF Entertainment will resume pre-orders starting Tuesday, with the physical album set to be released on its scheduled date of October 18.

In the midst of album preparations and the ongoing discussion, the seven members of Kingdom have embarked on their North and Latin American tour, a significant milestone for the group. The tour commenced on September 8 in Vancouver, Canada, and will culminate with a performance in Sao Paulo on September 27, signaling an exciting phase in their global journey.

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