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Hyeri, an actor formerly of Girl’s Day, personally addressed the so-called ‘belly fat controversy’ that surfaced after her fan meeting.

On the 16th, through a fan communication platform, she candidly shared her thoughts on reactions to her physique.

She said, “To be honest, I like myself, but viewers may think it is not professional,” adding, “(Though I do not know why being slim has to be the standard for looking professional).”

She continued, “Right. We are all beautiful just as we are!!” showing affection toward fans, and added, “Still, if Hyerumi (fandom name) wants it, I will make an effort!! I will work out and stay healthy!”

Earlier, after footage from the solo fan meeting ‘2026 HYERI ASIA TOUR FANMEETING IN SEOUL’ held at Ewha Womans University Samsung Hall in Seoul on the 13th was released, she became embroiled in unexpected controversy. In the video, Hyeri took the stage in a denim dress paired with a backpack and performed choreography to music.

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However, some said that due to the form-fitting outfit, her lower abdomen appeared pronounced, which became a hot topic. In response, some commenters reacted with lines such as “Is it before payday?” and “The styling is disappointing,” while others defended her, saying, “It looks like an optical illusion caused by the clothes,” and “Even so, she looks too thin.”

Fans sent support, responding, “I do not understand why this is a controversy,” “Criticizing someone’s body itself is incomprehensible,” “The standard of a professional does not have to be a thin body,” and “A healthy appearance is more important.”

Meanwhile, starting with the Seoul performance, Hyeri will continue her fan meeting tour across major Asian cities including Macau, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, and Taipei.