NCT Wish Jaehee Visual Controversy: Harsh Beauty Standards Face Fan Backlash
NCT Wish's Jaehee faces harsh criticism regarding his visuals following a viral airport photo. Read about the ongoing debate between talent and beauty standards in K-pop.
Is visual appeal the ultimate requirement for a K-pop idol, or is talent finally taking the lead? Recently, Jaehee of NCT WISH, the newest unit of SM Entertainment, became the center of a heated debate after a viral post criticized his appearance.
NCT Wish Jaehee Visual Controversy Sparks Viral Debate
According to reports from Korean forums and Koreaboo, a post titled "How is he even an idol?" went viral on a major K-forum. The post featured a fan site photo of Jaehee at the airport, where he had briefly pulled down his facemask. The author of the post questioned his place in the industry based solely on the candid shot, igniting a wave of comments both for and against the idol.
The response from the international and domestic fandom has been swift. Many fans argue that the photo was taken in poor lighting and doesn't reflect Jaehee's actual looks. More importantly, they emphasize his role as a powerhouse vocalist within NCT WISH. Netizens defending him pointed out that the toxic culture of judging idols solely on visuals overlooks the immense training and musical talent they bring to the stage.
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