In a whirlwind of online activity, the purported discovery of an SM Entertainment trainee named Soojin, which recently went viral, has been debunked as false, leaving netizens and fans in a state of confusion.
January 1 Sensation: "SM Trainee Soojin" Takes the Internet by Storm
On January 1, images of an individual claimed to be an aspiring SM trainee named Soojin flooded the Korean forum Nate Pann, sparking widespread attention and discussion among netizens. The captivating visuals quickly made their way to mainstream media outlets, further amplifying the alleged revelation.
SM Entertainment Responds: Industry Giant Denies Knowledge of Soojin
Contrary to the initial excitement, the credibility of the viral claim was called into question on January 2 when an official staff member from SM Entertainment addressed the issue.
[INFO] 240102
— SMNGG Updates (@SMNGG_UPDATES) January 2, 2024
LEE SOOJIN is not a SM Entertainment trainee and was confirmed by one of the members of the training account.
The team member made the following comment:
“What? This is the first time I see her”#SMNGG #SMNewGirlGroup pic.twitter.com/8YJJXTvM7h
A comment left on an Instagram post featuring the supposed "SM trainee Soojin" read, "Huh.. Who is this? This is the first time I'm seeing her." The swift denial from a reliable source within the entertainment company put an end to speculations surrounding the authenticity of the trainee's identity.
Mixed Reactions: Disappointment and Lingering Skepticism
The revelation that the individual in question was not a part of SM Entertainment's trainee roster left many fans disappointed, especially those anticipating updates on the agency's upcoming girl group.
While some have accepted the clarification, a sense of skepticism still lingers among a portion of the online community, prompting further investigation and speculation.
Netizens' Reaction:
Below are the reactions from netizens on the online platform Pann Nate regarding the debunked false information surrounding SM trainee Soojin.
"Too much plastic surgery"
"It's like an Instagram"
"Lee Tae-Im looks like an idol, so it feels too mature..."
" I can't seem to find a face like Eugene or Irene. I'd rather see natural beauty even if it's a little plainer. What scarcity value does the face all over Instagram have?"
"It's pretty, but why does it look like I'm a girl? It doesn't seem like a girl's girl."
" Karina also posted a lot about her side profile, but it turns out that there was an issue with the width between her eyebrows."
As the internet remains abuzz with the latest developments, the "SM Trainee Soojin" saga serves as a reminder of the cautious approach needed when navigating the landscape of viral revelations in the entertainment industry.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
