IVE member Jang Wonyoung is drawing concern due to her skinny figure following the group's "Inkigayo" performance of "LOVE DIVE." Keep on reading to learn all the details.
IVE Jang Wonyoung Sparks Worry Over Skinny Figure Following 'Inkigayo' Performance
On April 17, 2022, IVE performed their latest single, "LOVE DIVE," on "Inkigayo." During the performance, the girls wore matching bejeweled tops and denim shorts. They also wore sheer knee-high socks. In particular, Jang Woyoung wore a cropped version of the shirt with short sleeves.
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Following the performance, Jang Wonyoung sparked concern with her slim figure.
A post on Nate Pann was made titled, "IVE Jang Wonyoung is seriously skinny..." The user attached a photo of Jang Wonyoung from their performance in the post. The picture showed Jang Wonyoung's slim arms and legs as she performed.
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In the comments, people expressed concern over her weight. People countered claims that she has "small bones" by sharing other photos from that same day. One internet user specifically pointed out her forearm, claiming she looked "severely skinny" in the image. As the camera is said to add five pounds, she is most likely skinnier in real life.
Many agree that her figure is no longer pretty but concerning. The normal weight for someone her height (173cm) falls around 57.1kg to 69.8kg (126lbs to 154lbs). However, on her profile, she is 43kg (103lbs).
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People are stating that she is severely underweight and needs to put on more weight to prevent getting sick or fatigued.
Others wondered how her slim figure affected the members. An internet user commented, "There is a YouTuber who used to be an idol who said if there is someone super skinny in the group, it forces everyone else to diet." Due to Jang Wonyoung's weight, many are concerned that the other IVE members are forced to cut down their food to match the group's image.
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However, some people complimented Jang Wonyoung's look. Some internet users claimed that some people do not suit being super skinny, but Jang Wonyoung fits the aesthetic since she looks like a doll.
Some comments concerning Jang Wonyoung's weight read,
"She is so skinny; it creeps me out."
"Seriously, I have never seen someone this skinny."
"Stop saying her bones are small. Just look at her forearm. She is severely skinny."
"But I think Jang Wonyoung suits being skinny. There are some people who I don't like seeing skinny, but she weirdly suits this aesthetic since she looks like a doll."
"I bet Liz is so annoyed. There was a YouTuber who was a former idol that said if someone is super skinny in the group, it forces everyone else to diet."
What do you think of the situation? Tell us in the comments below?
IVE Recent Activities
On April 15, 2022, IVE achieved their third music show win for "LOVE DIVE." They won their second trophy on "Show Champion" on April 13 and their first trophy on "THE SHOW" on April 12.
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IVE made a comeback with their second single album, "LOVE DIVE," and a title track of the same name on April 5.
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