Netizens Highlight Strong Similarity Between IVE’s Wonyoung and Ex-(G)I-DLE Member Soojin
Fans and netizens online have been buzzing after some noticed a striking resemblance between IVE Wonyoung and former (G)I-DLE member Soojin in recent airport photos. The images, taken on July 19 KST, caught attention on a popular forum where one user pointed out similarities like their eye shape, distinctive facial moles, round face, and slightly fuller lips.
Many initially found the comparison surprising, since Wonyoung and Soojin have quite different public images. However, several agreed that Wonyoung’s eyes and cheeks appeared puffier than usual in these pictures. Some attributed the change to Wonyoung possibly not wearing her usual contact lenses that day, which might explain the swollen look around her eyes and cheeks.
As the discussion grew, netizens also speculated that Wonyoung might have gained some weight recently, which could have affected her facial look. Others chimed in, suggesting that her lips seemed to have more filler than before, causing a noticeable difference compared to her usual appearances.
Despite the critiques, many showed appreciation for her overall appearance. A repeated sentiment among the comments was amazement at how Wonyoung can still look good, even when she might be having an “off” day.
Besides Soojin, some fans compared her to actresses Lee Yu Bi and Go Hyun Jung, pointing out that Wonyoung shares subtle facial features with them too.
Here’s what some netizens had to say about the photos:
"I clicked thinking ‘what kind of nonsense is this’ but now I get it"
"She got way too much lip filler"
"How did she end up like this…"
"I came in ready to criticize the post, but after looking at these pics I paused for a second…"
"Guys, Jang Wonyoung is human too. It looks like her cheekbones and eyes are a little swollen, maybe because of contacts. Why are you all acting like she’s not human?"
"She does look tired, but her skin is really good"
"Honestly, if she just loses weight again and dissolves the lip filler, I think she’d be back in top form…"
"I’m not even hating, she really does look like her lol"
"She’s been looking like this lately"
"She’s pretty and honestly looks happier than before—let Wonyoung do whatever she wants"
"She kind of looks like Go Hyun Jung to me"
"She’s probably struggling with this too—her body looks better with a bit of weight, but then her face gains too much… I get it, I gain weight in my face first too"
"No matter how much people try, Wonyoung is still the top ㅎㅎ"
"Seo Soojin is an idol too"
"No one even said she’s ugly, just that she looks like Seo Soojin—why is the top comment acting like that? It’s not like anyone said she’s unattractive"
"Even Wonyoung’s worst photos still look like this, wow"
"Can you even tell Jang Wonyoung and Lee Yu Bi apart? lol"
"Thought it was Lee Yu Bi"
"Didn’t she just gain some weight? It should’ve gone somewhere else, but it all went to her face"
"But seriously, how is she still that pretty? I’m honestly jealous. No matter how much people bash her or throw insults, what’s the point? Nothing changes lol"
"Her eyes look like a failed double eyelid surgery and her lips are overdone—she really does look like Soojin"
The comparison sparked discussion but also brought out a lot of support for Wonyoung and her natural human side. The overall mood in the thread leaned toward admiration for her ability to still look great amid changes and even criticism.
What do you think about the resemblance? Does Wonyoung remind you of Soojin, Lee Yu Bi, Go Hyun Jung, or someone else?