J, STAYC's youngest member, is being praised for her stunning natural beauty across social media.
A recent community forum post—titled "Rather Than Jang-Ka-Sul-Yu, Isn't She The Real Natural Beauty?"—puts a spotlight on the STAYC maknae for her striking visuals that rival those of top female idols like IVE's Jang Wonyoung, aespa's Karina, NMIXX's Sullyoon, and ITZY's Yuna.
The original poster (OP) raved about how J must be the first idol to maintain the looks she has in her pre-debut photos.
However, OP also lamented the harsh reality of idols under smaller companies, which can hinder popularity and recognition.
"She is the first person I've seen where her looks in past photos are exactly the same as she does now," OP stated.
"Seriously, isn't she the real epitome of 'natural beauty'? But this is the sorrow of a mid-sized company idol who can't hit big."
The post included several photos of the "Cheeky Icy Thang" singer, showing her appearance as a STAYC member, pre-debut trainee, and during her childhood.
Though some netizens didn't like how Wonyoung, Karina, Sullyoon, and Yuna were dragged into the discussion to make it seem like a competition, some were simply astonished by J's visuals. Others even hoped J would become an actress one day.
"She's seriously so gorgeous," a fan commented.
"Hate posts like this, it ain't a competition," one fumed.
"I've been waiting for her acting debut for so many years but she never did. Her face is like Park Eun Bin's type, I hope she will debut as an actress someday," another shared.
