The fame of a Kpop star is usually determined by a multitude of factors, in which appearance
is an extremely important one.
However, there are several Kpop idols who still shine because of their charisma and
talent, even though they are not conventionally beautiful.
Below are a few examples of idols who may not be considered attractive, yet they still
radiate in their own way.
Lee Chaeryeong (ITZY) If you're a true fan of Korean talent shows,
then you've probably heard of the super- talented Lee Chaeyeon and Lee Chaeryeong sisters.
Among them, the younger sibling Chaeryeong became a member of the gen4 ITZY girl group
under JYP Entertainment after years of being a trainee and participating in survival shows.
Unfortunately, when she initially debuted, this young lady was subjected to a barrage
of hateful comments and criticism from Korean netizens, who felt that her appearance was
less striking than that of the other members in the group.
Eve, Chaeryeong's mother had to publicly plead with the netizens to lay off her daughter,
as the negative comments and vicious language were spreading like wildfire across the internet.
Despite facing harsh criticism, Chaeryeong persevered and focused on improving her skills
and image to captivate audiences with her outstanding talent.
Similar to her 1 year - older sister, this gen4 idol possesses an incredible dancing
ability that is rare among current idols.
Within ITZY, Chaeryeong holds the position of the main dancer along with fellow members
Yeji and Ryujin.
Moreover, she also serves as the lead vocalist and lead rapper of the group.
Chaeryeong is widely regarded as the most stable live singer in the group and frequently
assigned the challenging parts in ITZY's songs.
Chaeryeong's endless efforts have finally paid off.
In recent ITZY comebacks, particularly in "Sneaker," she has gained prominence for her
sweet and charming looks, alluring slim figure, and confident aura.
Her smiling eyes and bright skin are particularly captivating, adding to Chaeryeong's already
irresistible appeal.
Despite being criticized for her appearance, Korean netizens have now "done a complete
180" and have come to appreciate her exceptional visual and talent, as well as her outstanding
charisma at present.
2.
Kim Chaewon (LE SSERAFIM) Kim Chaewon (born in 2000) is the leader of
Le Sserafim, an outstanding performance girl group from HYBE Labels.
She participated in the survival show Produce48 and impressively finished in 10th place, becoming
a member of the group IZONE.
Although there are rumors of her cheating during the show, Chaewon's outstanding talent
cannot be denied.
During her time as a member of IZONE, her looks may not have been as stunning as Sakura,
Jang Wonyoung, or Kim Min Joo, but Chaewon still left a strong impression with her gentle,
sweet, and pure appearance, which appealed to Korean audiences.
Moreover, Chaewon is skilled at both singing and dancing in the group's songs.
Her individual fancam views also consistently rank among the highest in the group.
The young girl has also successfully captured attention and has a high level of recognition
compared to other IZ*ONE members, especially in the Japanese market.
After the disbandment of IZ*ONE, HYBE Labels recruited Chaewon and made her the leader
of the rookie girl group Le Sserafim, which has a completely different style.
It was initially thought that the "Girl crush" concept wouldn't suit Chaewon's sweet and
bright appearance, but she surprised many netizens with her impressive transformation.
With her flexible and vivid expressions, exceptional singing and dancing abilities, and trendy,
powerful appearance featuring a short bob hairstyle and a shapely body, Chaewon has
become more attractive to netizens than ever through the group's products.
As a result, she has received high praise from audiences and been recognized as a true
all-rounder of the Kpop gen4 idols.
It can be said that Chaewon seems to have found her strengths and confidently showcases
her personality, talent, and charisma, which has made her a standout idol of this fourth
generation.
3.
Soyeon ((G)IDLE) Jeon Soyeon is the leader of the talented
group (G)IDLE from Cube Entertainment.
Prior to debuting with (G)IDLE, Soyeon gained recognition for her participation in the survival
show Produce 101 and the professional rap program Unpretty Rapstar season 3 with other
Cube trainees.
Despite not being conventionally beautiful, Soyeon's unique and confident personality,
as well as her exceptional rap skills, caught the attention of many.
From the audition round of Produce 101, Soyeon made a strong impression on the mentors, other
trainees, and audience when she performed a rap segment in a cover of 4Minute's "Crazy."
Despite her petite appearance, her formidable presence and rap style, as well as her freestyle
rap skills, earned her an A-ranking from the coaches.
Throughout the competition, Soyeon showcased her versatility in singing and dancing, frequently
ranking high in votes.
Later that year, Soyeon participated in Unpretty Rapstar season 3 and surprised many viewers
with her impressive skills, competing against experienced senior rappers such as Nada, Yuk
Ji Dam, and Miryo.
In addition to her exceptional rap skills, Soyeon has also garnered much recognition
for her impressive composing abilities, being the mastermind behind (G)IDLE's hits such
as "Latata," "Senorita," and "Tomboy."
Moreover, this talented girl also takes on the lead dancer position and often holds the
center spot or takes on the killing part of the group.
Undoubtedly, it's Soyeon's talent and strong charisma that set her apart as one of the
non-conventional idols who still shines and captures the public's attention in the current
Kpop idol scene.
4.
Kyunjin (NMIXX) NMIXX is the latest girl group from JYP Entertainment
- the renowned Kpop girl group training company responsible for producing iconic groups like
Wonder Girls, MissA, Twice, and ITZY.
Unlike many other JYP girl groups that follow the tradition of having a visual youngest
member, the maknae Kyunjin, while not as stunning as the other members and sometimes criticized
for having a slightly chubby figure, still manages to capture the hearts of many Kpop
fans.
Kyujin currently holds the center position in NMIXX's performances and is considered
the most versatile member despite being very young (born in 2007).
Kyunjin's attractiveness is reflected in her sharp "cat-like" eyes and her face, which
is versatile enough to pull off any style, from sweet and innocent to chic and edgy,
making her a perfect fit for the concepts that JYP Entertainment has planned for NMIXX.
Additionally, Kyunjin is a skilled stage performer who often dominates the spotlight with her
exceptional expressions and stage presence, outshining her fellow members at times.
As the group's center stage performer, Kyunjin always stands out and captures the audience's
attention.
With her impressive dancing and singing skills and striking appearance, Kyunjin is expected
to gain even more popularity and shine even brighter in the future.
5.
Gaeul (IVE) Gaeul is a member of IVE, a new girl group
under Starship Entertainment.
The group has stirred up controversy regarding the fairness of their visuals since they have
two extremely famous members from the winning group of Produce48 - IZ*ONE.
The fame and outstanding appearance of Jang Wonyoung and Ahn Yujin, along with the arrangement
and formation of the group when they first debuted, unintentionally overshadowed the
other members.
Moreover, due to their height limitations, the other four members appear like "backup
dancers" when standing In fact, the other girls, including Gaeul,
are quite beautiful.
Netizens have also pointed out that Gaeul bears a striking resemblance to Miyeon from
(G)IDLE, who was supposed to be a member of Blackpink.
She exudes a strong actress vibe and has the most stable dancing ability within the group.
In IVE's recent comeback performance with "After Like", Gaeul created a stir with her
new and unique short platinum blonde hairstyle, which looked both rebellious and elegant.Her
rap and dance skills in this comeback were also evaluated by netizens as having improved
significantly and being quite popular on social media platforms.
Despite not having outstanding looks, style, and height like some members of IVE, Gaeul
still shines with her unique style and relatively stable skills.
Thus, It is not always the case that possessing a beautiful appearance will lead to the success
of a Kpop idol in the Korean entertainment industry.
Idols who may not have striking looks but still shine in their own way have proven that
effort, talent, and charisma are also important factors that help them garner more attention
from netizens.
Hence, we should not judge an idol solely based on their appearance, but rather consider
other aspects of their performance as well.