Kim Min Ju, a former member of the popular girl group IZ*ONE, has become the topic of conversation among netizens.

On June 25, a netizen posted on an online community forum titled "It's Honestly a Shame for Kim Min Ju" expressing their disappointment and concern about Kim Min Ju's current career choices.

The netizen wrote, "If she had started with LE SSERAFIM , she would have been in the Jang-Ka-Sul line and it would have been her rise to the top, so it's a shame. She could always become an actress later on in her job..just why?".

They further added that she could pursue acting later in her career and questioned why she made the choices she did.

In response to this post, netizens left several comments, including the following:

"It is indeed disheartening to see her hiding herself during her youthful and beautiful days. Jo Yuri, who is the same age as her, is gradually building her career, starting from going solo to starring in web-dramas, and now she's cast in Squid Game 2. Kim Min Ju, on the other hand, has not achieved any significant milestones apart from being an MC on Music Core."

"I feel like it would be difficult for someone with her looks to become a successful actress. Do you understand what I'm trying to say? Park Soo Jin and Lee Joo Bin have a similar vibe to Kim Min Ju. Both of them are stunning and their acting is decent, but they give off more of a second lead/first love vibe rather than lead roles. She might have been better off pursuing a career as an idol."

"I mentioned LE SSERAFIM because they did offer her a spot in the group. I didn't expect people to feel uncomfortable about it. I didn't mean to say that I wanted her in LE SSERAFIM at any cost; I simply meant that I would prefer to see her as an idol. When I watch her IZ*ONE videos, she excels in various idol concepts and she's genuinely a beautiful kid who belongs on stage."

"What's regrettable about this is that she never had any particular talents or skills."

"Please stop bringing up LE SSERAFIM. Only older men seem to want her in the group. Seriously, if you're a fan, you should support her regardless."

What are your thoughts?

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A petition pushing for stronger laws against sexual offenses involving minors, known as the "Kim Soo Hyun Prevention Law", has gained significant attention and is now on its way to the National Assembly.

The petition, titled “Proposal to raise the age for statutory rape of minors and strengthen punishment, also known as the 'Kim Soo Hyun Prevention Law'” was posted on March 31 on the National Petition page.

As of April 9, it has already gained over 54,000 signatures, surpassing the 50,000 signature requirement for it to be reviewed in the National Assembly.

The petition calls for the age limit for statutory rape of minors to be increased from the current age range of 13 to 16 years old to 13 to 19 years old, as well as for harsher punishments for offenders.

The push for this law comes after accusations that actor Kim Soo Hyun was involved with the late Kim Sae Ron, who was a minor at the time of their alleged relationship.

Due to the large number of signatures, the petition will now be reviewed by the National Assembly, where lawmakers will decide whether to bring it to a larger discussion.

Petitions that gather over 50,000 signatures within 30 days are transferred to the relevant committee, and the National Assembly has 90 days to decide if it will go to the plenary session.

Meanwhile, Kim Sae Ron’s family has made serious allegations, claiming that Kim Soo Hyun and his former agency, Gold Medalist, were involved in her tragic death.

They say Kim Soo Hyun had a relationship with her while she was still a minor and that she endured financial pressure due to debt from her former agency.

In response, Kim Soo Hyun held a press conference on March 31, where he tearfully denied the accusations and clarified his position.

Despite his emotional plea, public opinion has largely remained unchanged. Kim Soo Hyun also announced he would be filing a defamation lawsuit against Kim Sae Ron’s family and the YouTubers involved, seeking 12 billion won in damages.

The legal and social implications of the case continue to develop, with the National Assembly now preparing to address the petition and potential legal reforms.

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