STAYC‘s J has become the center of attention on social media after a post questioning her recent weight gain went viral.
The post — which has already accumulated over 56,000 views — includes a screenshot of J from a recent performance and raises concerns about her physical appearance. The original post asks why J has gained weight despite being consistently active and speculates whether she might be unwell.
Why has STAYC’s J been gaining weight..?
Hasn’t she been active continuously? Is she sick?
— OP on Pann
While the post initially sparked fat-shaming remarks, many netizens were quick to jump to J’s defense. Commenters called out the hypocrisy of pretending to care about an idol’s health while actually criticizing her body. They pointed out that J had been noticeably thin before and now looks healthier and cuter after gaining weight.
Some fans noted that J’s current figure suits her well, with many praising her for her natural appearance. Observers who have seen her in recent videos acknowledged that while it’s clear she’s gained some weight, it’s not an issue of her being anywhere near overweight. Due to her height, the extra weight just makes her appear a bit bigger but still within a healthy range.
Many commenters also pointed out the unrealistic beauty standards in the entertainment industry, noting that celebrities are often under pressure to maintain an extremely thin physique.
- “I’m so tired of people pretending to be concerned and then criticizing female idols for their weight.”
- “It’s true she gained weight, but she was too skinny before. Now she looks good and cute.”
- “People have reacted positively to her weight gain.”
- “When you watch the videos, it’s clear she’s gained some weight. I’m not saying she’s fat—she’s tall, so the extra weight makes her look a bit bigger and heavier. People who know her will understand what I mean.”
- “That’s actually her healthy weight. Celebrities are usually abnormally thin.”
Source: Pann
