KISS OF LIFE, the rising 5th-gen K-pop girl group, is facing online backlash after member Natty covered BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s song.

On September 16, KISS OF LIFE, known for their mature and empowering concept, drew attention with their latest cover.

Despite their growing fame, the group has faced criticism for being compared to BLACKPINK, with Natty, in particular, being labeled a “Lisa copy.”

Before joining KISS OF LIFE, Natty was already known to K-pop fans for participating in survival shows and attempting to join groups like TWICE and fromis_9. She debuted as a solo artist but remained relatively unknown until joining KISS OF LIFE.

Natty, who is Thai like BLACKPINK’s Lisa, is often compared to her due to their similar backgrounds and impressive dance skills.

Recently, Natty’s cover of “Black,” a song from G-Dragon’s album featuring Jennie, went viral but received mixed reactions. Jennie, known as the “YG Princess,” originally featured on the track before BLACKPINK’s debut.

The cover drew criticism because “Black” is an iconic song, and Natty’s rendition was scrutinized heavily. Critics pointed out that Natty’s voice lacked vibrato and uniqueness compared to Jennie’s. Some described her voice as thin and weak, with noticeable breathing and nasal sounds.

Netizens were divided, with some harshly criticizing Natty’s cover and others defending her. Fans of KISS OF LIFE argued that the cover was meant as a tribute and that the backlash was unfair.

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Former AOA member Kwon Mina has shared a deeply emotional and heartbreaking update with her fans.

On January 20, Kwon Mina took to Instagram to reveal some difficult news. "I have some upsetting and heartbreaking news to share", she wrote, explaining that her dog, Mochi, had been diagnosed with malignant cancer.

She shared that a lump had been growing on her dog’s leg for years, and despite undergoing several surgeries, it kept coming back. Sadly, the latest diagnosis confirmed it was cancerous.

Kwon Mina’s post continued, "The pain is expected to get worse, and the doctor told me to prepare myself to say goodbye to Mochi, as she will suffer a lot."

She added, "Today, I can’t stop crying, and my heart feels like it’s breaking. I’m looking into options like anesthesia, euthanasia, and funeral arrangements so that she can pass without pain."

She reached out to her followers for advice, asking, "If anyone knows a better solution, please let me know."

Kwon Mina debuted in 2012 as a member of the popular girl group AOA. The group achieved great success with hits like "Heart Attack," "Bingle Bangle," "Like a Cat," and "Miniskirt".

However, in 2020, Kwon Mina opened up about being bullied by her AOA members, leading to the group’s eventual disbandment.

In a more positive update, Kwon Mina also announced on January 15 that she has started a new chapter in her career.

She will be working as a consultant at a dermatology clinic near Sicheong Station, which is set to open in March, signaling her fresh start after a difficult year.

Fans have rallied around Kwon Mina with messages of support as she navigates this emotional time.

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