What is the truth behind the ATEEZ choreography plagiarism? Incident timeline, sniping, brand new

The plagiarism controversy surrounding the choreography of SMANPA’s biggest hit, 'Saebbing'! From ATEEZ’s Wooyoung’s denunciation of the beating to the original choreographer’s reaction and Bata’s explanatory statement, we present the complete timeline and truth behind this plagiarism incident.

 

1. The Origin of the Incident: Plagiarism Allegations Sparked Amidst the Challenge Craze

 

The choreography for Zico's "Saebbing," created by Bata for the "Smanpa" rank mission, garnered immense attention immediately after the broadcast. In particular, the signature gliding move in the intro, where the feet are dragged slowly as if riding a motorcycle, became a huge trend.

 

However, as numerous dancers and idols participated in the challenge, strange criticisms began to emerge among dance fans.

 

The point was that it was exactly the same as the point choreography of ATEEZ's "Say My Name," released in 2019. It’s not just that a single movement is similar; it’s because the composition and feeling of moving while stepping with the lower body strangely overlapped, even to someone who knows nothing about dance.

2. ATEEZ Wooyoung's 'Beating' Sniper on Stage

Initially, it seemed to pass as a minor suspicion raised among fans, but the incident took a rapid turn due to the behavior shown by ATEEZ member Wooyoung on the concert stage on October 9, 2022.

 

Just before the dance break, Wooyoung made a gesture of crossing and overlapping his arms. In the street dance scene, this move was a 'biting' sign used to point out that someone had stolen his choreography!

 

This scene quickly spread across social media and online communities, and on the Chinese dance variety show *This Is Song & Dance*, actor Wang Yibo said, "I cannot respect someone for copying another person's dance." As a past video was unearthed in which he explained the beating motion, it became a major topic of public discussion that "an active idol personally delivered a pointed sniper shot."

3. Official appearance of original choreographer Anze Skrube

After Wooyoung's sniping, world-renowned choreographer Anze Skrube, who actually created the choreography for ATEEZ's "Say My Name," took the initiative on Instagram.

 

He uploaded a draft video of the original choreography filmed back in 2019, "It was clearly stated that this move is choreography created by dancer Josh Smith in 2019."

 

He then directly tagged Bata's account and continued his intense attack, stating, "I understand that Bata and ATEEZ member San are friends, but friends shouldn't act like this. Apologize to the original creators."

4. Bata's Official Position: "The intent and connection are different"

 

As the controversy spiraled out of control, Bata posted an official statement on his Instagram on October 14.

To summarize Bata's position, it is as follows.

 

Creation Background: When I first heard the music for "Newbie," the "wilderness" came to mind, and I intuitively depicted the scene of someone appearing on a motorcycle or horse.

Emphasis on narrative structure: The choreography has a complete narrative from the intro starting motion to the kicking motion of the lower body, and finally to getting out after driving.

Denial of plagiarism: The continuity of the movements and the planning intention are completely different from the choreography used for comparison.

Regret and Apology: It is unfortunate that there was no mutual respect among the dancers, but regardless, I am sorry to the viewers and fans for the controversy caused by me.

 

Bata officially denied the plagiarism allegations, but It remains a heated topic of debate among fans and within the dance scene, with opposing views ranging from "regardless of whether it is plagiarism, there was a lack of at least minimal respect or mention for the original creator" to "it is just part of a common dance trend or motion."

 

5. Bata ATEEZ Choreography Plagiarism Controversy Q&A

 

Q1. What exactly does 'Biting' mean?

In street dance culture, the act of copying or plagiarizing someone else's choreography or style without permission is called "beating." People often make a gesture of crossing their arms in an X shape and slapping them to point this out!

 

Q2. Who is the real original creator of ATEEZ's choreography?

The choreography for ATEEZ’s 2019 release “Say My Name” was co-created by Anze Skrube, Josh Smith, and Johnny Erasme, and the controversial gliding motion was created by Josh Smith.

 

Q3. Did Bata admit to plagiarism?

No, Bata officially denied the plagiarism through an official statement, claiming that "the creative intent based on the motorcycle motif and the narrative structure are clear."

 

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