• Netizens Spark Online Debate Over Tzuyu's Contribution To TWICE Following Groups Successful Contract Renewal

    Tzuyu, the youngest member of TWICE, generates controversies regarding her abilities.

    On July 12th, it was announced that all members of TWICE had renewed their contracts with JYP Entertainment, much to the delight of ONCE (fandom of TWICE). The members even revealed that they are also close as a family, which moved both fans and the general public.

    As TWICE continued their illustrious career, however, many Internet users began to question the talent of each member, particularly Tzuyu.

    According to them, Tzuyu has never truly specialized in any "idol skill," including rapping, singing, and dancing, and other than her undeniable visuals, she lags behind the other members.

    Recently, a Korean netizen began a discussion about Tzuyu's talent in which they claimed that she is "the least talented TWICE member" This popular topic described Tzuyu as "an average dancer with little facial expression" and referred to her as "stiff," "lacking," and "not that outstanding."

    Under the topic are a variety of controversial opinions from other netizens, with some agreeing with the original poster and others defending Tzuyu by stating that her appearance is a crucial factor in TWICE's success.

    These individuals asserted that Tzuyu is the most deserving idol, that she never feels out of place in TWICE, and that the popular girl group would not be the same without her.

    Below are some comments made by netizens on this topic:

    • Tzuyu may not be a leading vocalist or dancer, but she has a distinct function within TWICE. In 2019, she was voted the most beautiful woman in the world. Additionally, she is a top visual of Kpop's third generation and was voted the most beautiful woman in the world in 2019.
    • Stop requiring TWICE to be professional dancers and singers?! Tzuyu was selected for the same reason as the other members. She is not completely useless.
    • Visuals are a form of talent in Kpop. Is it not obvious that Tzuyu's attractiveness contributes significantly to TWICE's success?
    • I must concede that I find Tzuyu lacking. Her visuals are acceptable, but I prefer Sana and Mina's fancam.
    • Under what type of rock have you been living? Tzuyu may not be an exceptional singer or dancer, but she is an essential member of TWICE and performs admirably within the group. Her visuals are consistently praised by both domestic and international media, so you might as well have your eyes examined.
    • I never consider TWICE to be an exceptionally talented group. Observing them as a group is entertaining, but if you separate each individual, they become less impressive. There are only three truly talented members in TWICE, in my opinion.

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  • BTS’s Jin Dominates MY1PICK Weekly Rankings for 43 Weeks Straight

    BTS's Jin continues to shine bright with his massive popularity, securing the No. 1 spot in the MY1PICK weekly rankings for an impressive 43 consecutive weeks!

    In the MY1PICK K-POP Individual Category Weekly Ranking for the third week of December (December 16–22), Jin earned a massive 6,154,905 hearts, keeping his position at the top. From the 5th week of February to the 3rd week of December, Jin has been unbeatable in the weekly rankings, proving he has an enormous fanbase and global influence.

    But Jin’s achievements don’t stop there. In November, he dominated the K-POP Individual Category Monthly Ranking, topping it with 25,452,283 hearts. He has held the No. 1 spot for 11 months straight, from January to November, showing his continuous popularity throughout the year.

    Jin also claimed victory in the One Pick Chart’s “November Monthly Chart K-POP (Solo)” category, holding the No. 1 position for 8 months in a row, from April to November. On top of that, he won the 2024 Season Chart K-POP (SOLO) for both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, making him the best One Pick star of the season.

    The Season Chart awards honor artists who have consistently earned love from fans, with a physical trophy given to the top artist. Jin’s back-to-back victories solidify his place as one of the most beloved stars in K-pop.

    Jin’s fan power doesn’t end with rankings. He’s also triumphed in numerous themed votes, taking first place in categories like “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of,” “Star You Want to See First Pitch at a Baseball Game,” “Best Cooking Genius Idol,” “Star Who Would Be the Best Child,” and “Star You Would Fall in Love With at First Sight.” His reward advertisement for the “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of” vote began airing on December 26 and can be seen at Yeoksam Station until December 30.

    Meanwhile, Jin’s first solo album Happy was released on November 15 and quickly became a global hit, showcasing his talents as a solo artist. He held a special showcase, Jin ‘Happy’ Special Stage, on November 16 and 17, where fans were captivated by his beautiful vocals and flawless live performance.

    Jin has also been keeping busy with appearances on popular variety shows like Salon Drip 2, Neighborhood Star K4, and Limousine Service. He’s also appeared on famous American talk shows, including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and Japan’s top music program Venue 101, where he impressed fans with his humor and solid live performances. His reputation as the “Vocal King” and “Live King” is stronger than ever!

    As if that wasn't enough, Jin is also gaining attention globally for singing the main theme song for the new tvN drama Ask the Stars. Jin's talents continue to wow the world, and it's clear he's not slowing down anytime soon!

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