A recent post on a Korean forum sparked widespread controversy after it harshly criticized Soyeon’s appearance, describing her as ugly. Continue reading on Koreaholik to learn about the different opinions of Korean netizens.
The author of the post claimed that despite Soyeon’s attempts to appear idol-like through her makeup and hairstyles, she continues to show off her ugly and unattractive features.
“As you can see below, she’s still able to make herself look like an idol through her hair, makeup, and hairstyles, but in reality, she wants to show the world how ugly she is. She doesn’t even need to do all that to look ugly; I just don’t like looking at her.”
The post sparked angry reactions from Korean netizens, who expressed their dismay at the unjustified attack on Soyeon, especially since she is considered one of the most talented and disciplined idols in the music industry and has never been involved in any scandals or rumors.
According to some, the excessive focus on her appearance—which many believe is impeccable—and the disregard for her talent as a writer, music producer, and all-around idol reflects the superficial standards of most K-pop fans recently. Others expressed outrage at the apparent discrimination, noting that female idols often face harsh and unfair criticism compared to their male counterparts in the K-pop industry.
Korean netizens commented:
- You should share your photo with this post first.
- You say you can’t stand her, yet you go to the trouble of saving and sharing her photo here on the forum and reposting it on other forums… You’ve put a lot of effort into your hatred of her.
- Okay, your favorite is better than her, but she’s better than those Korean male idols that South American girls adore.
- Jeon Soyeon will still be prettier and better than you
- The comments are truly insane. This is proof that women are against women. They even drag other female idols to fight and curse each other, ㅋㅋㅋ, amazing.
- Don’t worry about Jun So Yeon’s face, worry about your own.
- Wouldn’t it be polite to upload your own photo to compare to So Yeon’s?
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- Despite the wave of criticism directed at the author of the post, some expressed support for his view, claiming that Jun So Yeon has lost her charm and radiance with age and the pressures associated with her career.
- If her neckline was shorter, I think long hair would suit her more.
- When she debuted, Jun So Yeon was very beautiful, but due to age and stress, her figure has drastically diminished.
- live modestly. Your value doesn’t increase by insulting others.
On the other hand, a fan defended Soyeon, pointing out her striking resemblance to Karina, a member of aespa, considered one of the most beautiful fourth-generation idols. He argued that this resemblance in itself refutes the criticisms of her appearance.
“But Karina and Jun So Yeon look alike.”
