ILLIT member Wonhee is becoming a hot topic online after appearing alongside Jennie in newly released photos from the CHANEL Métiers d’Art 2026 after-party.
The event brought together numerous high-profile celebrities and fashion industry figures, with W Korea magazine subsequently sharing exclusive snapshots of the star-studded evening.
Among the photos that immediately caught fans’ attention was one in which Wonhee and Jennie posed together at the after-party.
While many fans were excited to see the rookie idol stand next to one of K-pop’s biggest fashion icons, the image also sparked heated debate in Korean online communities.
A post on the popular Nate Pann forum titled “Jennie makes Wonhee look like a normal person” reportedly surpassed 22,000 views as netizens began comparing the two idols’ looks and aura.
Some commenters speculated that differences in makeup and style may have affected Wonhee’s appearance in the photo, while others made harsh comments criticizing the rookie idol’s images.
Several comments circulating online included:
- Is it just the makeup difference?
- Is that Wonhee? Why does he suddenly look like he’s forty?
- Even among the ILLIT members, Moka, Minju, and Iroha seem nicer.
- From the eyes alone, Jennie looks a lot more like a celebrity.
However, many fans also defended Wonhee, criticizing the excessive scrutiny that rookie idols often face online and stressing that single candid photos should not define an idol’s image.
Others have noted that Jennie has built a solid reputation in the fashion world over many years, naturally making comparisons between a rookie idol and a global luxury ambassador unfair.
Meanwhile, Jennie once again attracted major attention for her style and outfit at the CHANEL event, continuing to cement her influence as one of K-pop’s most talked-about fashion figures.
Sources: Koreaboo
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