• (G)I-DLE fans express dismay at the group's lack of communication on paid platforms, notably Jeon Soyeon

    Fans of the K-pop group (G)I-DLE are voicing their disappointment over the group's lack of communication on paid platforms, with leader and producer Jeon Soyeon facing significant criticism.

    Lately, online communities have been buzzing with (G)I-DLE fans expressing their dissatisfaction over the group's sparse communication, despite fans paying for these services. The fans feel that the number of interactions from (G)I-DLE members is far too few.

    The disappointment was particularly palpable on the day of their recent 6th debut anniversary, when none of the members took to the platform to share a greeting.

    A post from a well-known Jeon Soyeon fan has been gaining traction and sympathy. The fan urged Jeon Soyeon to remember her role as an idol first, before being a producer, and to communicate more. They revealed that since the paid communication platform started last April, Jeon Soyeon has only interacted once this year.

    The fan expressed their frustration, saying, "If you're bored or have nothing to do, it would be nice if you dropped by once instead of posting random pictures. Other fans turn off notifications because they're too frequent, but all I see are app update notifications."

    The fan also stressed that they've brought up this issue with Jeon Soyeon several times, but with no changes even by the debut anniversary, they felt compelled to speak out.

    As the post circulates, netizens are sharing their thoughts. Many empathize with the fan, expressing sentiments like, "It's sad to see a core fan of Jeon Soyeon so upset," "She shouldn't neglect her fans," "She should prioritize being an idol," and "It's unfair to make fans beg for interaction."

    There are also numerous comments suggesting the fan should quit the fandom, with remarks such as "This is still love. Just leave the fandom," "Why pay to be ignored," and "Unsubscribe and support other idols."

    In other news, (G)I-DLE made a comeback earlier this year with their 2nd full album featuring the title song 'Super Lady.' However, they had to halt activities due to health issues among the members. They have since resumed activities and are enjoying the success of their track 'I hate being sick.'

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  • Is Jisoo’s Acting the Main Problem in "Newtopia"? - Here's Why Fans Are Worried About the New Zombie Series

    The new OTT series Newtopia has faced mixed reactions, with BLACKPINK’s Jisoo's acting and a slow storyline making viewers question if the show can survive.

    Released on the 7th, Newtopia on Coupang Play promised to offer something fresh in the K-zombie genre. The drama follows an unlikely couple, Lee Jae-yoon (played by Park Jung Min), a late-blooming soldier, and his girlfriend Kang Young-joo (Jisoo), as they fight to survive in a zombie-infested Seoul.

    The mix of zombies and romantic comedy sounded like an interesting twist, but the show hasn’t exactly hit the mark.

    Jisoo’s second lead role after Snowdrop in 2021 was highly anticipated. But many fans and critics have been concerned about her acting, especially after she received some backlash for her unclear pronunciation and awkward expressions in her previous project.

    Director Yoon Sung-hyun, aware of the concerns, said at the press preview, “Since Jisoo hadn’t acted for a long time after her last project, I was also initially worried, thinking, ‘Will she be okay?’ But Jisoo dedicated herself, doing script readings four days a week. She worked hard, and as a result, I had no doubts or difficulties. By episode 8, you'll feel that only Jisoo could have portrayed Young-joo. She did an amazing job.”

    Despite his words of praise, Jisoo’s performance still left fans worried. While she showed some improvement, her portrayal of Young-joo seemed inconsistent, lacking the calmness expected from the character. However, her "girl crush" image, with her background as a "campus goddess," did add some intrigue to her role.

    The main issue, however, wasn’t just Jisoo's acting. Newtopia also struggled with its pacing. While other recent hits like Trauma Center or Trigger grab attention right from the start, Newtopia spent too much time in the first episode on Jae-yoon’s military life and Young-joo’s personal struggles, making it feel like a waste of time. The show failed to showcase the humor and zombie elements it promised, leaving many viewers unimpressed.

    On top of that, some characters came off as annoying, like Jae-yoon’s colleague, Line Ho (Im Seong Jae), and the "unlikable" senior character Seojin-wook (played by Kang Young Seok). Even Park Jung-min didn’t do much to help the show move along, making the 57-minute episode feel even longer.

    Thankfully, the show picked up pace in episode 2, finally diving into the zombie chaos. But will that be enough to save Newtopia? With the first episode still fresh in fans’ minds, the jury’s still out on whether this K-zombie drama can find its footing and deliver the thrills viewers are hoping for.

    The remaining six episodes of Newtopia will air every Friday at 8 PM, with one episode released per week. Stay tuned to see if the series can bounce back!

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