Icelandic artist and director Saemundur Thor Helgason was surprised when he saw Loreen's number with the same long nails, beige body suit and belt-like outfit. "I understand that culture is based on appropriation and inspiration, but this was a bit too similar," he says.
The Swedish delegation behind the issue replies that they have never seen "Mantis" and that the resemblance is a coincidence. "My main point here is to ask if you can be inspired in a more respectful way. It's not primarily about Eurovision, but if you find a look you like, you can invite that artist to a collaboration"