Chinese Drama Our Memories Accused of Plagiarism Over Poster Similarity to K-Drama Our Beloved Summer

A recent controversy has erupted in the world of television dramas as Chinese production "Our Memories" faces allegations of plagiarism due to striking similarities between its promotional poster and that of the popular South Korean drama "Our Beloved Summer."

The uproar began when a new poster for "Our Memories," featuring actors Lu Xiaoyu and Fang Xiaodong, surfaced online. Netizens were quick to point out the uncanny resemblance between this poster and the promotional material for "Our Beloved Summer," a Studio N production that aired in December 2021.

The similarities between the two posters were glaring, prompting netizens to question whether "Our Memories" was a remake of "Our Beloved Summer." However, it was soon revealed that this was not the case, intensifying the accusations of plagiarism.

Both posters shared several key elements, including the setting—an outdoor street scene with lush foliage against a white wall—and similar color grading. Additionally, the actors' attire in both posters followed a comparable color palette, with Fang Xiaodong wearing a white top akin to Choi Woo Shik's attire in "Our Beloved Summer," while Lu Xiaoyu sported a white and yellow dress reminiscent of Kim Da Mi's wardrobe in the South Korean drama.

The framing of the subjects in the posters also bore a striking resemblance, further fueling allegations of plagiarism among netizens.

The reaction on social media was swift and critical, with many expressing disbelief and disappointment at the apparent lack of originality displayed by "Our Memories." Some netizens remarked that the blatant similarities with "Our Beloved Summer" made the Chinese drama appear tacky and devoid of creativity.

“LOL they copy a lot of K-Dramas.”
“They don’t have any conscience.”
“Why did they do that?”
“I burst out laughing as soon as I saw it. Even if they plagiarized, why did they do it just like that?”
“They even plagiarized the color scheme of the costumesㅋㅋ”
“Even if it’s plagiarized, it’s still tacky.”

The accusations of plagiarism have cast a shadow over "Our Memories," prompting questions about the ethics and creative integrity of the production team behind the Chinese drama. As the controversy continues to unfold, fans and industry observers alike are closely watching for any further developments in this unfolding drama.