K-Pop girl group, NewJeans, has been making waves in the industry since their debut with their fresh and youthful charm.

Their girl-next-door vibes were a breath of fresh air compared to more manufactured and sophisticated groups.

However, a recent video of the girls eating very little during filming for their debut music video has caused concern among fans.

In the video, the girls are seen eating mostly vegetables, with their CEO, Min Hee Jin, asking them how the food tastes.

Fans were especially upset when one of the members, Hyein, sounded like she was forcing herself to enjoy the meal. Fans felt that as growing girls, they should be fed more, and some were concerned about how the video would influence other young girls.

While there is a minor opinion that voices out how female idols get criticized the instant they put on weight, the overwhelming reaction has been one of concern for the health and well-being of the NewJeans members.

Some netizens have even gone so far as to call the video an instance of child abuse and harmful to young girls who may already struggle with pro-ana attitudes.

The pressure to maintain a certain weight and appearance is nothing new in the K-Pop industry, but as the youngest member of NewJeans is only 15 years old, many fans had hoped that their company would not force them to adhere to the regular strict routines of idols.

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Here are some reactions from netizens on the issue:

"This is really concerning. These girls are already skinny, they need to be eating more than just vegetables."

"I hope their company takes action and ensures that they are getting enough to eat. They are growing girls, after all."

"It's sad to see the pressure put on these young girls to maintain a certain appearance. I hope they are given the support they need."

"As someone who struggled with an eating disorder in the past, this video is really triggering. I hope other young girls don't see this and think it's okay."

"This is an issue that needs to be addressed. We can't let young girls think that eating very little is healthy or normal."

"I understand the pressure that female idols face to maintain a certain weight, but this is not the way to do it. We need to promote healthy eating habits and a balanced lifestyle."

"I feel sorry for these girls. They should be allowed to enjoy their food without worrying about how it will affect their appearance."

"I hope this video serves as a wake-up call for the K-Pop industry to prioritize the health and well-being of their idols."

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Former S.E.S member Shoo (Yoo Soo Young) warmed hearts as she shared a touching moment with her twin daughters—taking them to the same wholesale market where she once worked during a difficult time in her life.

On May 8, Shoo posted several photos on Instagram showing her spending time with her twin daughters, Ra Hee and Ra Yul, at the Dongdaemun wholesale market. In the caption, she wrote, “Did everyone enjoy the holiday? I feel like I made a memory I’ll never forget for the rest of my life.”

The photos showed Shoo and her daughters smiling brightly while eating and shopping together. Her daughters, now visibly grown up, were even seen wearing similar shoes and clothes as their mom.

Shoo opened up about a painful chapter in her past. “When I was struggling, I once sold clothes I got from Dongdaemun with the help of a friend,” she shared. “I used to go there from night to early morning, picking up fleece clothes, hairpins, and shoes, thinking, ‘My kids would love this if I brought them here.’”

Now that her daughters are older, Shoo finally fulfilled that dream. “We laughed so much while shopping. We bought hairpins, socks, and clothes together,” she said. “They’ve grown so much—they can even wear the same things as me.”

Reflecting on the experience, she added, “Memories of my past flashed before my eyes. I told them how I used to work late at night, carrying heavy bags and walking around for 10 hours straight.”

Shoo emotionally concluded, “I was so happy to show my kids the nighttime world I once worked in.”

Fans who remember Shoo’s twins from The Return of Superman were touched to see how much they’ve grown. Shoo, now a proud mom of three, continues to update fans through her TV appearances and social media, showing her strength as both a mother and former idol.

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