Many K-netizens are discussing Kim Min-ju’s decision to pursue acting instead of joining HYBE Entertainment, especially in light of the recent controversies and scandals surrounding the company.
Recently, a user on Nate Pann caught everyone’s eye with a post titled, “Thank goodness Kim Min-ju said no to HYBE’s offer.”
They mentioned, “Being an actress is way better these days. She almost stepped into a mess.”
Specifically, after IZ*ONE disbanded, Kim Min-ju chose to focus on acting.
While Kim Chae-won and Sakura are now part of LE SSERAFIM, HYBE wanted Kim Min-ju too, but she turned them down to chase her acting dreams.
At the time, many fans were bummed out, thinking she could have re-debuted with LE SSERAFIM.
But as the group faced more controversies, people started to see Kim Min-ju’s choice as a stroke of luck.
In response, other users on Nate Pann shared their thoughts:
– She’s not really getting hate, but she’s kind of being overlooked. It’s such a shame to waste her gorgeous looks.
– Honestly, it seems nearly impossible for LE SSERAFIM to recover their image. Even if Kim Min-ju is fading from memory and not landing roles, it’s way better for her to maintain a clean reputation. With her looks, she’ll definitely get cast soon. Many actors find success after starting with supporting roles…
– It’s so sad to think Min-ju could have faced all the backlash that Sakura and Hong Eun-chae are dealing with now. It’s a blessing she didn’t go for it.
– I feel like there’s no future for her in the entertainment scene.
– She’s still really young. It would have been awesome if she joined LE SSERAFIM and then switched to acting later on.
