Third-Generation Idol Faces Criticism Over Alleged Cosmetic Surgery Following Visual Changes

Red Velvet’s Wendy is facing a surge of online support after a post accused her of having “too many plastic surgeries.”

The controversy began when a netizen shared a side-by-side photo of Wendy’s debut look versus her recent appearance. The OP claimed her visuals have “changed too much,” blaming her supposed surgeries.

The post quickly gained attention with over 171,000 views but backfired hard. Fans and even non-fans jumped in defending Wendy, shutting down the criticism fast.

Wendy really did too much plastic surgery.
— OP on Nate Pann

But whether she does it or not, what does it matter? Of course celebrities will work hard to maintain themselves, be it through surgery or not. Isn’t it way better compared to those Korean name idols who don’t make a single effort to look good for fans, and go around without taking care of themselves, with beard stubble like ahjussis?

She was pretty before too.

Look at people barking again… Aren’t you guys tired? IDK how twisted you are, but please, OP, live your own life! Wendy’s living well.

— Fans defending Wendy on Nate Pann

Some pointed out Wendy suffered a serious stage accident in 2019 which changed her facial features and required long recovery — including surgery to help. This context was ignored by the OP.

As the situation unfolded, many noted Wendy’s rising popularity will only grow with this added attention. Others commented on the trend of longer philtrums seen in many SM artists including Wendy, Taeyeon, and Winter.

The backlash against the original post shows how fiercely fans protect Wendy’s image online.