An intriguing discussion has emerged, drawing parallels between the career trajectory of IVE's Jang Won Young and Girls’ Generation's Yoona.

On August 9th, a post titled “Exploring the Similarities Between Jang Won Young and Yoona's Career Paths” was shared on the Korean forum Nate Pann.

The author of the post speculates about Jang Won Young's potential path, envisioning her thriving in the realm of idol group activities as a legendary visual for an extended period.

The author anticipates her eventual transition into acting with an innocent image, possibly earning the title of ‘the nation’s sweetheart’.

Furthermore, the author raises the notion that as Jang Won Young matures, she might emulate Yoona's involvement in hosting awards ceremonies and dabbling in variety shows.

The post concludes with the author's candid hope for Jang Won Young's success, despite not being a personal fan.

Netizens have offered diverse viewpoints in response to this comparison:

"Ahn Yu Jin seems to be more in line with Yoona's path, while Jang Won Young is carving her own niche as an advertising model celebrity, akin to Jennie."

"Jang Won Young possesses undeniable beauty, and while I admire her, I'm uncertain if her facial expressions are suited for the acting world."

"Given Jang Won Young's distinct 'fancy idol' aura, it's possible that acting doesn't align with her strengths. Her vocal qualities might not translate well to acting roles either."

"Jang Won Young strikes me as intelligent, ensuring her success no matter which direction she pursues."

"Yoona's appeal resonated even with mature audiences, leading her towards acting. Jang Won Young boasts stunning looks, but her artistic style sets her apart."

"Jang Won Young could potentially take a solo route like Lee Hyori, eventually engaging in both solo projects and commercial ventures."

What are your thoughts?

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BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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