JYP Entertainment is facing mixed reactions after an alleged intern appeared in NMIXX’s latest music video “Heavy Serenade”.
Shortly after the MV’s release, Korean netizens began circulating screenshots of a young woman featured in the video. According to posts shared on the Korean community forum theqoo, the individual is said to be intern Kim Nabin, born in 2008.
JYP Entertainment has not officially confirmed his identity or trainee status.
Despite the lack of confirmation, the alleged trainee quickly gained attention for her images, with many online users comparing her appearance to established female idols and describing her as having “Pure bunny vibes.”
However, the conversation quickly turned into a debate over whether or not the company would handle the cameo.
Some viewers argued that the problem wasn’t the trainee herself, but rather how she was integrated into the music video. Critics said that the filming style made her look too much like a real member of NMIXX instead of a simple cameo or supporting character.
Several netizens have expressed concern that casual viewers who are unfamiliar with the group may mistake her for a newly added member.
- People who don’t know them would think he is a member.
- NMIXX is at such a big point right now, so what is it all about?
- Fans are probably annoyed because it feels like a rookie promotion within another group’s comeback.
Others pointed out that entertainment companies often introduce trainees or pre-debut idols through opposite-sex idol MVs or clearly separated supporting roles instead of directly blending them into active group formation images.
Some comments defended the look, focusing mostly on the intern’s images and potential star quality.
- She’s so cute.
- She looks like Heejin from LOONA.
- She’s cute, like a little girl.
However, many fans argue that the controversy reflects a broader frustration with companies using senior artist promotions to draw attention to upcoming acts.
The discussion continues to spread across Korean online communities, with fans divided over whether the appearance was unfair to NMIXX or simply a common industry marketing strategy.
At this time, neither JYP Entertainment nor NMIXX management have publicly addressed the speculation.
Sources: Theqoo
