Netizens are chatting about Wendy’s recent appearance.

On an online forum, people are discussing a new photo of Red Velvet’s Wendy and noting how her look has changed over the years compared to her early days with the group.

Some users are wondering if SM Entertainment encourages a certain look among their female idols, with suggestions that they might be pushing artists to adopt the “SM look.”

One popular comment pointed out that Wendy now looks a lot like Girls' Generation’s Taeyeon. While some fans miss Wendy’s earlier look, others think she looks “prettier than ever” now and prefer her current style.

Here are some reactions:

“She looks just like Taeyeon.”

“She used to have the vibe of a bright and energetic college student, but not so much anymore.”

“If no one said it was Wendy, you wouldn’t recognize her. If another celebrity’s face changed this much, they’d be criticized for plastic surgery. Fans say she had to fix her face due to an injury, but it keeps changing. Did she get lip fillers?”

“Does SM Entertainment push the ‘SM look’? Why do all their idols end up looking similar? They were pretty before.”

“I personally think Wendy was really pretty when her face was a bit fuller.”

“It’s interesting how SM girl group members looked unique at debut but later all seem to look alike. Winter, Taeyeon, BoA, Wendy—they all look similar.”

“It’s probably just heavy stage makeup. Looking at news photos, it seems like a difference in makeup styles.”

“Now that Joy is quiet, it’s Wendy’s turn.”

“She has lost a lot of weight and is keeping it off.”

“Wendy is very thin now… I liked her unique look better. I hope she gains weight.”

“Is that Wendy? Wow!”

“Her mid-face seems longer now, and she looks more like Tiffany.”

“She was so pretty during the ‘Umpah Umpah’ era. I saved a lot of her photos.”

“Am I the only one who thinks she’s become unbelievably prettier?”

“She definitely looks better now. Her look during the ‘Psycho’ era wasn’t great.”

“I thought she was pretty during the ‘Umpah Umpah’ era.”

What are your thoughts?

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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