Ex “Pretty Boy” Actor’s Striking Transformation Sparks Widespread Attention
Yudai Chiba is facing controversy over his recent weight gain.
The controversy began when a tweet comparing his current look to his youthful “flower boy” image went viral in Japan and Korea. The tweet pointed out how much Chiba’s appearance has changed since his peak years, especially after turning 30.
Fans remember him for his small face and cute visuals, notably from Tensou Sentai Goseiger. But recent photos show a noticeably different physique.
According to the viral post, his weight gain might be linked to aging and his reported love of drinking. The tweet said:
“I guess there really is nothing you can do about age-related weight gain.”
— Tweet by 혜민 (@heemiiiin000)
살이 너무 쪄서 일본에서도 말 나온 다는 남자 연예인
치바 유다이(1989년생,배우)
나이가 들면서 전성기에 비해 살이 굉장히 많이 찌기 시작했는데 30살이 지나면서 조금씩 체중이 불기 시작하더니 현재는 깜짝 놀랄정도로 체형이 바뀌어서 일본 내에서도 말이 나온다고..
술 좋아한다는데… pic.twitter.com/OYPga3JBC0— 혜민 (@heemiiiin000) June 8, 2026
The topic quickly drew hundreds of comments from Korean netizens. Many were surprised by how different he looks now. Some compared him to other celebrities like Lee Jang Woo and Super Junior’s Shindong, who have also faced weight discussions.
Others were more nostalgic, focusing on his acting career rather than his appearance. Some even pushed back against body-shaming:
“Yudai Chiba doesn’t seem to be sick or anything. He’s always said he likes drinking, so I think he just gained weight. As long as he’s satisfied, that’s fine. I don’t necessarily think this was for acting… It’s not like weight gain or loss contributes to how good of an actor he is.”
“Still, he managed himself well and was handsome when he was at the age to be handsome, so that’s good enough. Now he’s doing roles that suit his age, regardless of looks, and he’s not playing lead roles anymore anyway.”
Despite the transformation, Yudai Chiba is still active in the acting scene. He has several J-Drama credits from 2025 and projects lined up for 2026.
Fans and netizens remain divided—some shocked, some supportive—while the conversation about his appearance continues to spread online.