There are various K-pop groups who are experiencing sensational popularity; however, not everyone is given the chance to stand out. Thus, when these K-pop idols showcase their incredible visual transformation and spectacular singing and dancing skills, the limelight eventually becomes focused on them!

The following female idols are usually under appreciated during their debut, yet with their iconic glow up and talents, people got to appreciate and love them more!

April Naeun

Group-wise, Naeun is indeed one of the most popular members of K-pop group APRIL. However, within the K-pop industry, the group which actually debuted in 2015 is yet to gain more interest from music fans not until she was selected to cast on the popular Korean drama, "Extraordinary You."

It is not ultimately the reason for the idol and her group's sudden popularity, but her excellent acting brought more fans to the K-pop group, particularly international fans. Hence netizens also get to appreciate her stunning visual and talents.

Gfriend Umji

When Umji debuted, the majority of K-netizens threw her criticisms and negative feedback due to her weight and chubby face. She was even called one of the "ugliest K-pop idols."

Due to heavy bashing, her fans notice that she's becoming more timid and shy, concluding that her self-esteem is continuously decreasing. However, in 2018, the people who are criticizing her are the first to praise her incredible visuals as well, following her visual transformation.

With this, her talent in singing and dancing was finally appreciated, too.

(G)I-dle Soojin

Soojin was truly one of the least popular and ignored members of (G)I-dle, but when their group appeared in Queendom, the idols fiery charisma, top-notch stage presence and visual that exudes sexiness captured the interest of several fans and netizens.

Her "Senorita" fan cam particularly had gone viral, and domestic and international fans began to like her more.

OH MY GIRL YooA

YooA might be familiar to some fans, but her skyrocketing popularity this 2020 is overwhelming! The female idol is not the most popular member of the group, but she was always adored by netizens due to her doll-like visual.

She's praised as the face of the group, but her dancing skills were applauded, too, especially when she became the center for "Closer."

When they appeared in MNET's "Queendom," that's when YooA hits Korean and international fans, with her phenomenal dancing skills. Currently, she's been topping brand reputation rankings, and become more popular following her solo debut in September, wherein she released the main track, "Bon Voyage."

ITZY Ryujin

Ryujin was already popular before debut as she's the top female contestant of JTBC's "Mixnine," but when she debuted in ITZY, she's not the most popular member and even though she's the main rapper, Yeji is the one who captured the attention the most.

However, when their track," WANNABE" MV was released, her shoulder dance had a massive influence among K-pop fans thus beginning her massive popularity. In addition to this, her visual was also praised, as she resembled Han Sohee of hit Korean drama, "The World of the Married."

Red Velvet Yeri

Yeri is completely ignored and underappreciated when she was added to the lineup of Red Velvet. Several fans and netizens complained that they don't get the need to add her as a new member when she allegedly doesn't stand out with the group.

However, due to her natural ability to become friends around co-K-pop idols, well-rounded personality, and kind aura, she was eventually liked by music fans, as she seems to balance the group as the maknae.

In addition to this, she recently gained more praise from Korean netizens and fans following her visual transformation, where it was noticeable that she lost some weight.

According to fans, Yeri looked so gorgeous with a slim face, as her facial features are emphasized more.