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Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jeon Somi to make a comeback with new single ‘EXTRA', fans have mixed reactions as the teaser is out
Jeon Somi, a former I.O.I. member, has been making headlines recently for finally making a comeback. The idol announced that she is preparing to release a brand new digital single in the coming days. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While the news excited most fans, many raised concerns over the new song, resulting in the idol facing backlash. Jeon Somi announces a digital single and shares photos and teasers Jeon Somi is finally releasing new music, and while fans had initially shown excitement over the announcement, the idol has started facing backlash due to recent updates. On June 22, the idol dropped the first teasers and announcement of her upcoming single 'EXTRA'. The idol shared black and white shots of her sporting a short bob-cut hairstyle while wearing a sleek and sparkly all-black fit with statement earrings. She also leaked a line from the song lyrics to build up excitement amongst fans. The leaked lyrics read, 'Tried to give my hunnit to you, but you want that 101.' Netizens react, share mixed reactions After the particular lyrics of the song were released by the idol, netizens started reacting online. Many called the lyrics out for using AAVE (African American Vernacular English) and for not making any sense. One fan commented, 'Ban K-pop idols from AAVE, please,' while another shared, 'K-pop idols, stop being overly go with the AAVE challenge. GO!' A large majority pointed out that the idol should not have used AAVE in her lyrics as a mixed-race person. Some fans, however, defended the idol and even praised her for her lyricism as well. One commented how the lyrics are connected to the variety show that was responsible for her debut into the entertainment industry. They stated that, 'She's talking about Produce 101, hold on.' About Jeon Somi Jeon Somi debuted in 2014 with a cameo role along with her sister in the film 'Ode to My Father'. Later in 2016, while appearing as a contestant on the variety show 'Produce 101', the idol came out as one of the winners and debuted in the Korean music industry with the group I.O.I.
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Somi's recent posts go viral; idol criticised for wearing ‘red leggings' amid political tension
Amid political sensitivity during election season in South Korea, idols and celebrities have been trying their level best to be careful about their actions as well as the photos they post. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Somi, former I.O.I. member, has unfortunately found herself at the centre of a controversial debate, as her recent post goes viral. Somi's recent post was criticised on fan forums Popular K-pop idol Somi recently shared a series of photos on her social media account. The idol shared a couple of selfies and behind-the-scenes photos while wearing a baby-pink ensemble with her iconic blonde hair. While the photos are innocent and did not give rise to the controversy, a discussion arose on a popular fan forum regarding her outfit. Idol accused of supporting a specific political party; netizens react Amid political sensitivity due to elections, Somi's red leggings became the hot topic for criticism. A post on the fan forum went viral, criticising Somi for wearing red leggings to show her support for the conservative party in the country. Netizens took the online platform by storm and criticised the idol for her clothing choices and even pointed out the fact that she had worn red and posted something similar during the last election as well. One person commented that 'Somi posted something red on Instagram during the last presidential election too, and now she's uploaded pics wearing pretty red items again.' Some netizens, however, came to the idol's defence and stated that people were overanalysing things too much and that the idol did not deserve to get criticised over 'a pair of red stockings'. One netizen even commented, 'Wow, why is everyone chanting over colours so much this time? People are overanalysing what folks wore to polling stations… Celebrities are being scrutinised one by one… Was it always like this? I don't think it used to be this intense.'
