BTS's RM Faces Backlash Over Song Share, Fans Split

BTS's RM faces backlash for sharing Frank Ocean's song on Instagram story, fans divided on perceived Islamophobia

"RM APOLOGISE TO MUSLIMS" trends, sparking varied opinions among fans

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Some criticize RM for sharing potentially Islamophobic content, while others defend the song's intention

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Ocean's "Bad Religion" explores unrequited love amid religious struggles, causing confusion due to its title

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Fans clarify that the song isn't Islamophobic but portrays the challenge of being gay while maintaining faith

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The controversy echoes Ocean's past backlash and highlights debates on art, identity, and intention

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