Following IVE's fan concert, IVE Jang Wonyoung and Liz drew mixed reactions for their physiques. As a response, their fandom DIVEs defended the two idols.

IVE Jang Wonyoung, Liz Caught People's Attention For Weight, Bodies

On January 11 & 12, the 4th-gen representative girl group IVE held its first-ever fan concert, "The Prom Queen." The two-day event was held at the Olympic Hall in Seoul Olympic Park, decorated with the concept of visiting a sweet prom party exclusive to IVE and DIVEs (its fandom).

Following the show, photos and clips featuring the sextet spread online, fans even giving a sneak peek of the various games and activities the female idols did with them.

In online communities, Jang Wonyoung specifically drew attention with her stunning visuals with her newly dyed black hair and impressive dance covers of BLACKPINK's "Pink Venom" and NewJeans' "OMG."

Liz was then lauded for flaunting her gorgeous and stable vocals worthy to become the main vocalist.

However, amid praises to both idols, once their pictures and videos were shared among K-pop enthusiasts and netters, there are some who showed negative reactions over the physique of the two 04-liners.

Starting with Jang, internet users showed their concerns over her slim body ratio. Compared to her same-age idols, netters think that her height is relatively taller, yet, she's thinner compared to them. Even the youngest IVE member Leeseo is not that thin, people are alarmed if she's really taking care of herself and is still healthy.

In regards to Liz, netizens were expressing their disappointment due to her significant "weight gain" compared to when she debuted. Web users who were calling out Liz's physique were pointing out that she "failed" to manage herself despite being an idol. Initially, they find it cute and suitable to her image, yet, after a year, netizens started complaining about it.

• "In a way, Liz is toxic. Her fans have been asking her to lose weight but she appeared with more weight."
• "Isn't it natural to manage idols' bodies? Why is (Starship) staying still?"

DIVEs Defend IVE Jang Wonyoung & Liz

In a post against the idols with over 122k views, IVE's supporters especially DIVEs immediately defended Jang and Liz.

A lot of fans attested to haters that Jang Wonyoung is healthy and is not starving herself. In various broadcasts, the idol showed her love for eating. However, she managed to stay fit due to her consistent exercises such as taking pilates class.

They also called out haters to leave Liz alone and let her embrace the body she prefers.

Some fans left comments such as:

• "They are both pretty regardless of their bodies."
• "Are we really judging 20-year-old idols here?"
• "If they are slim, you call it too thin, if they're a little bit healthier, you call it fat. Just go find a mirror and reflect on your own."
• "I personally think Liz's size is normal. It differs from person to person. Do you really have to be skinny to be called pretty? She's always been pretty."
• "Jang Wonyoung skeleton? You don't know what they are going through to maintain their weight and health so don't act like you know everything and stop spitting nonsense."

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Written by Eunice Dawson.