Following the release of "Super Lady," (G)I-DLE Shuhua attracted the attention of K-pop fans after noticing her facial expression. What's wrong?
On February 2, an article in an online forum featuring the female idol rose as a trending topic after the OP wrote a post titled, "Now I understand why they say Shuhua's facial expression is the same."
In the writing, the author attached photos of the star taken from three different comeback eras, including "Nxde," "Queen Card," and Super Lady" with the idol having an unchanging expression.
As a result, it sparked a discussion among K-pop fans and internet users, debating about whether it is a good trait or not.
K-Netz Called Shuhua 'Incompetent' for Not Having Diverse Facial Expressions
In the article, the author wrote:
"It's not a moment capture. It's the same expression during the ending scene or throughout the opening.
Since 'Nxde' release, she has only made an expression with her eyes half-closed and mouth slightly opened.
The concepts weren't all the same, but after learning one thing, she really only used one."
After uploading, the article garnered more than 160k, with over 500 recommendations. In the comment section, numerous netizens agreed to this and pointed out that it is a shame that Shuhua has been using the same facial expression since then.
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While they praise Soyeon for suggesting this expression to Shuhua, netizens implied that her lack of expression isn't really the problem, but her "lack in ability."
Internet users emphasized the idol's "incompetence," saying:
- "Is Shuhua's incompetence showing because (G)I-DLE members are relatively good, or is it because Shuhua is just really incompetent?"
- "I hope she stops using that facial expression. In fact, I feel like her popularity declined ever since she started doing that."
- "Shuhua is lucky she debuted with porcelain skin and pretty visuals, plus she's also lucky with her team."
- "Just talent, incompetent, no charm herself."
- "Is it because Shuhua has no will?"
- "Wow, Shuhua is really talentless. I'm shocked that Jeon Soyeon tells her everything (she needs to do) even facial expressions. Even though she taught her, she can't make any other expression and continue making the same face. It's amazing. Doesn't she have a desire to do better?"
Nevies Praise Shuhua's 'Distinct' Facial Expression + Improvement
On the flip side, (G)I-DLE's fandom Nevies praised the idol regardless of the negative comments she's receiving & acknowledged her huge improvement.
Regarding her facial expression, fans think that she's using it well with her pretty face and no matter what, she's an indispensable member of the girl group.
Fans cheered her by leaving comments such as:
- "Isn't being pretty is what she's good at? If you have a pretty face, why can't you use it?"
- "But it's not awkward and it looks natural on stage. Rather than making an expression that doesn't fit the concept, isn't it better to faithfully follow the direction given by the leader? If she keeps practicing it consistently, she will start making other gestures naturally."
- "Still, it's better than before. It seems like she's putting some effort into her expression, too."
- "So, should she have a wink and frown?"
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Written by Eunice Dawson.
