Džala and Buba Koreli: The Scandal of the Year or Just Another Concert?
Get ready, because Belgrade Arena is about to host the biggest music drama of the year this December! Amar Hodžić Jas Fazlić, better known as Džala Brat, and Buba Koreli, the Sarajevo duo banned from Serbia four years ago, have announced their comeback concert — and social media is already on fire.
Who are Džala and Buba Koreli and why were they banned?
Before topping charts and filling venues across Serbia, this duo was infamous for their controversial and often offensive messages. Nine years ago, on their record label Imperija’s YouTube channel, they posted messages filled with explicit national hatred. One comment read: “Like if you would slaughter Serbs,” and when criticized, they responded with even harsher insults and calls for violence.
Because of these incidents, they were banned from entering Serbia four years ago after their security physically attacked a young man in the audience at a concert in Niš. A whopping 68 Serbian citizens signed a petition to keep them out of the country.
The comeback nobody expected
Despite previously being banned, they have now announced a concert at Belgrade Arena. This news sparked an uproar on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and beyond. People are furious, asking: “Who gave them permission?” and “Why should someone who promoted hate and violence be allowed to perform here?”
Public reaction
Comments are sharp and unfiltered. Many call for a boycott of the concert and new petitions. “They don’t belong in Serbia!” say outraged citizens. Some even vow to do everything they can to stop the concert from happening.
What’s behind their popularity?
Despite the controversies, Džala and Buba Koreli remain hugely popular among the youth. Their songs are energetic and often top the charts. But does that justify their past statements and behavior? Is music more important than the messages they send?
Conclusion
Belgrade Arena will be the battleground of music versus morality this December. Will Džala and Buba Koreli manage to move past their past and win over the crowd, or will their controversy explode into an even bigger scandal? One thing’s for sure — Serbia is divided, and social media is ablaze with comments.
Got thoughts on this mess? Drop a comment, crack a joke, or just sit back and watch the fireworks. Maybe it’s time to ask — where’s the line between art and responsibility?
Either way, grab your popcorn — this is one show you won’t want to miss!
