Girl Group Member’s “Sexy” Outfit Sparks Massive Backlash—Idol Speaks Out
A controversy quickly erupted after a revealing stage outfit worn by a member of Kep1er drew intense scrutiny online—prompting the idol herself to step in and set the record straight.
The issue began after the release of a new video on the group’s official YouTube channel, in which members, including Kim Chaehyun, Choi Yujin, and Shen Xiaoting, were seen taking part in a ballet class. While the lighthearted content showcased the members trying out elegant ballet moves, it wasn’t long before viewers fixated on Chaehyun’s outfit.
Wearing a pink ballet-style ensemble, Chaehyun’s top had a noticeably low neckline, which some fans found too revealing for the setting. As clips circulated, reactions poured in, with some viewers expressing discomfort and even criticizing the staff for allegedly approving the look. Critical comments about the “racy” outfit fueled the backlash, quickly turning the moment into a hot topic among fans.
However, as debate intensified and opinions split across the fandom, Chaehyun addressed the situation directly through a fan communication platform—offering clarity that shifted the narrative.
I… chose that… outfit… because all the other options I had were too dull… I wanted to wear something pink since… I think pink when I think of ballet…
— Kim Chaehyun
According to the idol, the outfit choice was entirely her own. “I was the one who picked it,” she explained, adding that the alternative options available to her felt “too dull.” Wanting to match the classic image of ballet, she opted for pink, believing the outfit would be well-received.
I thought people would like it because it was pretty, so I was actually really happy about it…
…I understand why people were worried, but… I just wanted to wear something pretty. Anyway, I’ll pick better next time, so please don’t be upset.
— Kim Chaehyun
With her candid response, attention has since shifted away from staff criticism and toward a broader discussion of styling choices and personal agency—highlighting the pressures idols face even in seemingly casual content.
- She’s getting hate because she’s got boobs? That outfit is just a typical leotard though… If someone with a smaller chest wore it, there wouldn’t be any controversy. People bringing up body shape and turning this into something else is what’s actually weird—just stop. Sure, usually they’d wear something underneath, so it’s surprising she didn’t… But honestly, if someone with a smaller chest wore the same thing, no one would say anything. It’s kind of ridiculous how people are suddenly blaming her body.
- We would be able to wear whatever the heck we want as long as no one is sexualizing us. The problem is the people making it sexual.
- It’s literally just a ballet outfit. If she hadn’t worn anything under it, sure, maybe people would’ve quietly moved on. But isn’t that just how those outfits are designed in the first place?
- Why is it even a problem…? It’s pretty.
- If she chose it herself, oh well. Just sucks for the fans who found it upsetting.
- It’s just a normal ballet outfit. The design isn’t even weird, so what’s the issue?
- Seriously, it’s just a leotard. I don’t get why people are making a big deal out of body shape—ballet dancers usually don’t even have much chest volume anyway. It’s not like it was intentionally revealing, so why are people acting like it is? Y’all are weird.
- I was wondering what people were making such a fuss about, turns out it’s this… IDK, I kind of get why the fans were so concerned.
- She clearly stepped in because her staff was getting so much heat for it. She’s such a sweetheart.
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