Netizens Express Disappointment Over Visuals of New SM Girl Group, Questioning Standards

Fans of SM Entertainment are buzzing with excitement over the company’s highly anticipated girl group. Renowned for their ability to produce visually captivating idols, SM Entertainment has raised expectations for the visual aspects of their upcoming group.

However, recently leaked images of the rumored trainees have triggered mixed responses online, with some netizens expressing dissatisfaction that the visuals do not align with their aspirations.

SM Entertainment boasts a rich history of debuting idols who receive acclaim for both their talent and stunning looks. Iconic groups like Girls’ Generation, Red Velvet, and aespa showcased members with striking appearances that contributed to their widespread appeal. Many fans anticipated that the new girl group would follow in this tradition. Nevertheless, the early reveals have left some fans wondering if the company is prioritizing personality and performance over the usual focus on visual presentation.

Here are some comments from netizens:

Honestly, if it weren’t for the SM label, they could easily be seen as a rookie group from a lesser-known company without it feeling off.

Still, there’s a long time before they debut… It’s not even certain if their debut will happen at all.

Major companies often take years after rumors of a new group start circulating before the group actually debuts, haha. It’s likely these trainees won’t debut for at least 2-3 years.

But they will undergo more training and management during that time, right? And with large agencies, there’s never a guarantee. Even the final debut lineup can change until the last minute, so we might see someone completely new debuting, haha.

When aespa debuted, there were similar comments circulating, yet now it’s clear that they are undeniable idols. Things can truly change with a little camera magic.

SM seems to have lost its sense of direction. They should have included someone who looks more like a high schooler, but instead, they chose someone who appears 25.

There’s no standout quality… It feels like they’re selecting average kids, getting them plastic surgery, and putting them on strict diets before debuting. Have they really given up on discovering genuine natural beauties?

Source: Pann Nate

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