KATSEYE Faces Backlash Over Leaked Demo

HYBE’s global girl group KATSEYE drew intense social-media criticism after posts on February 27–28, 2026 claimed a songwriter demo titled “Sugar” or “Juice” had leaked. The leak prompted harsh reactions online and calls to disband the group before songwriter Brooke Candy clarified the track was a shelved demo from about ten years ago, not intended for KATSEYE. Fans expressed relief and lingering skepticism.