Hyeri slams online body shaming, strict beauty standards
Actress Hyeri / Captured from Hyeri's instagram
Actress and Girl's Day member Hyeri pushed back against recent online body shaming, questioning why strict physical standards are equated with professionalism.
The response, posted Tuesday on a fan platform, revealed her feelings as she addressed a barrage of online comments on her appearance.
Actress Hyeri / Captured from Hyeri's instagram
"Actually, I like myself, but the people watching might think it is unprofessional," Hyeri said. "But I don't know why one must absolutely be slim to look professional, but still, if 'Hyerumi' (her fandom) wants it, I will try hard. Exercising healthily."
Emphasizing her point, she said, "All of us are beautiful just the way we are."
The online comments followed the kickoff of her Asia meet-and-greet tour, held Saturday at Ewha Womans University's Samsung Hall in Seoul, where she showcased various dance numbers.
Actress Hyeri / Captured from Hyeri's instagram
As footage of the fan meeting spread online, critics claimed a specific outfit highlighted her midriff, sparking intense scrutiny over her physique and widespread body shaming.
With some internet users accusing her of failing to maintain her physical appearance, Hyeri tackled the criticism head-on, sharing her convictions with fans and posting photos of the targeted stage outfits on social media to silence her detractors.
Actress Hyeri / Captured from Hyeri's instagram
This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.