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K-pop star Hwasa's bold outfit on TV show triggers mixed reactions

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Tanushree Debbarma
Tanushree DebbarmaSep 11, 2023 | 16:08

K-pop star Hwasa's bold outfit on TV show triggers mixed reactions

South Korean female K-pop idol Hwasa released her single 'I Love My Body,' spreading body positivity in the air with her promotional shows but has also sparked many controversies ever since the release.

The controversy started after her appearance on the South Korean show "Knowing Brothers," where fans were disappointed with her sexualized school uniform.

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Her outfit and reactions

  • Hwasa's recent outfit choice on the TV show "Knowing Brothers" has stirred up controversy online.
  • The audience criticized her for wearing a schoolgirl-inspired outfit that resembled a bikini top, and they also noted similar provocative costumes for her dancers during her performance of her new single, 'I Love My Body.'
  • This sparked discussions about whether her choice was inappropriate and sexualized school uniforms.
  • While some criticised her, others defended Hwasa, stating that such provocative performances are common in the entertainment industry.
  • They argued that the public's reaction was blown out of proportion and that she was simply following the show's requirement for all guests to wear school-themed attire.
  • There were also comparisons to Britney Spears' schoolgirl look in "Baby One More Time," highlighting that even the 90s pop icon faced criticism for her controversial outfit.
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"Knowing Brothers" is a South Korean television show, so the episode was seen by the South Korean audience, and their official YouTube channel only shared snippets on September 9. However, the full episode will be posted soon for the worldwide audience to watch.

Hwasa and 'I Love My Body'

  • Hwasa, born Ahn Hye-jin on July 23, 1995, is a South Korean artist and K-pop idol known for her roles as a singer-songwriter, rapper, composer, producer, and TV personality. She rose to fame as a member of the girl group Mamamoo in 2014.
  • In 2018, she teamed up with Korean rapper Loco for the song "Don't" and later began her solo career in February 2019 with the track "Twit," both of which topped the Gaon Charts.
  • Hwasa left RBW Entertainment, a South Korean agency, after ten years on June 27, 2023, and on June 30, she joined P Nation during her guest appearance at Psy's Summer Swag concert.
  • Her new single 'I Love My Body,' which was released on September 6, is now trending because of the positive message the idol is sending out through the song.

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Hwasa herself has faced challenges in the K-pop industry, as she was said to not fulfill the Korean beauty standards. However, throughout her career, she has become one of the sensational idols who promote body positivity.

In fact, Hwasa continues to challenge the traditional Korean beauty standards and break the toxic norms of the Korean industry.

Last updated: September 11, 2023 | 16:08
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