How different does Starship treat Wonyoung and the rest of IVE?

from differences in outfits, accessories, and solo endorsements, wonyoung seems to be to some extent overshadowing other ive members. keep watching to find out why jang wonyoung is treated differently than other ive idols. subscribe to kookielit for more kpop news and interesting videos.
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[@alexanderidle6843]

I hope this does not sound rude but here's the thing: starship is a COMPANY and like all companies they exist for the sole purpose of making profits and if one group/member of a group is what's making them the most money then they're gonna prioritize them and treat them way better than the other groups or members who don't bring them the same amount of profits I know it's sad but it's the truth

[@myeshaazzahra5422]

Simply, Its a marketing technique. People know and love Yujin & WY more, Starship knew that and used it. The more people talk or like Yujin & WY, the more Starship pushed them. It isn't Starship's fault for pushing them, Starship is pushing them because they know netizens talk about & know more about Yujin & WY. It isn't Starship's fault, yall made both of them popular.

[@kaziam4318]

The truth is, any group that had Yujin and Wonyoung in it would be successful i.e. the other members are very replaceable it's a fact. If you replaced the other 4 members of IVE, IVE would still be a success truthfully.

[@pieeeeeeee]

@@kaziam4318 I agree, it's harsh but it's the truth

[@zefanya6247]

I agree

[@lavienrosewon8811]

Wonyoung is only money marker of this group ...the knetizens and chinese netizens support her much. In dream concert, the People scream wonyoung's name .

[@Jaaeru]

I feel bad for the other members but at the same time I also feel bad for WONYOUNG, because she has no say in the better treatment she gets from the company.. hopefully one day they will treat all I’ve members the same!

[@annisafadhilahfurqon8591]

I remember ja wonyoung and Ah yunjin before join i've, you don't know they member of iz*one

[@Jaaeru]

@@annisafadhilahfurqon8591 I do, I was a Stan of IZONE, as I was a huge wiz*one.

[@izzynarnia3619]

She's the richest member. If she really wanted to she COULD say something.

[@jinjumin_]

@@izzynarnia3619 her being rich has nothing to do with it. You seem to think that idols have more freedom than they really do. DO NOT assume an idol's private life. All we can do is support the other members and NOT blame Wonyoung- instead, we can blame the company for treating the others unfairly.

[@kingolost5153]

Starship it’s one of the trashiest companies with cube they’re competing for who is the worse. It’s not only Ive they’re doesn’t know how to act towards their idols.

[@o.o5388]

I think the other members are also shining even though the entertainment are misbehaving to them They have the charm that makes them stand out of their own I love all of them equally

[@donghyucksmom2413]

They're such a good group! But I think since Love Dive the clothes are more alined between members

[@Jaaeru]

@@methylfairy6877 GIRL STHU NO THEY AINT. LITERALLY EVERYONE HATES HER 💀💀💀

[@k-popbut...]

@@methylfairy6877 Spammer

[@k-popbut...]

@@methylfairy6877 False

[@o.o5388]

@@methylfairy6877 that's why Garam is getting boy cotted 😂 I know you are just another spammer You dont either care for bp or Garam 💀

[@Na-wo2zw]

overshadowing or not - wonyoung and yujin still open the chance for the other members to become ambassadors of several brands. you can never deny that. the other members cant complain much because without her and yujin, they know they need to start from the bottom. you think they will receive massive sales without the two former of izone members ? think again. they bring their whole fanbase to ive. people should remember that. stop blaming wonyoung for everything. i have seen several stages where one member like gaeul and yujin got a whole different outfit yet no one complains anything. but when it comes to wonyoung wow people just throw her under the bus.

[@katgreer6113]

true, but leeseo brought me to ive. her dancing is great.

[@khushig8692]

Yes these haters will think they're dressed fairly only when wonyoung gets absolute trash outfits on stage . Even if they all are given similar outfits, wonyoung stands out because of her visuals maybe she can carry any outfit and uplift it,not because she's privileged

[@pickachu1855]

Leeseo and yujin legit stands out to me. Wonyoungs dancing is meh

[@taeyeonisnotthatdesperate1070]

agree!

[@surita7669]

@@pickachu1855 wonyoung dancing is meh but still she's more famous 🤣🤣🤣

[@KacperSuhako]

Wonyoung and Yujin where pushed more to the public eye during "ELEVEN" but with "Love Dive" everyone is basically equal. To be honest it was smart move from Starship part to poromote IVE more with Wonyoung and Yujin beucse they are huge and company like Startship does not have power to make every of their group members into instant super stars. And yes, Wonyoung has a lot of solo promotions, but she was huge before IVE and she's not a rookie anymore meanwhile other group members (outside of Yujin) are rookies and rookies don't get a lot of solo promotions.

[@hayoung1667]

it isn’t equal because Gaeul still doesn’t get lines

[@swapandebnath9078]

@@hayoung1667 then complain about the company. Starship doesn't know how to properly give each member their required screentime and lines and that's a serious problem. But hating on Wonyoung for that makes no sense at all..she is not the who decides who gets what.

[@daizzz5348]

@@methylfairy6877 Can you please present a proof?

[@daizzz5348]

@@methylfairy6877 I don't remember anything like that. It's the vise versa, Rei and Wonyoung admire each other. Watch the recording video of eleven, wonyoung was cheering for Rei because red's voice was not good that day.

[@hayoung1667]

@@swapandebnath9078 when did i hate on Wonyoung….

[@anyamelissa3006]

I understand peoples concern at first, but even now [when it seems to be getting a lot better] people will pick apart EVERYTHING Wonyoung does, wear's, or says. It's genuinely insane.

[@matharona]

I know ... it's crazy ... sometimes I wonder if WY is ok, she seems strong but it's worrying

[@cutie0939]

@@matharona isn’t she in hiatus?

[@meow_258]

ikr

[@renia1833]

The thing is brands and companies want who they want to promote their things. Wonyoung and Yujin have been getting brand deals since before IVE and Starship isn’t just going to cease or step back on accepting those deals just because others in the group doesn’t get as many deals. People never actually do their research 🤦🏾‍♀️ Also I did notice that sometimes one member will stand out in different stages so I never understood the hate for Wonyoung

[@irenerene5080]

Wy and Yj doesnt have solo gigs brand deals in their yrs in IZONE.now all the brands want them now

[@renia1833]

@@irenerene5080 Yeah, i swear Wonyoung and Yujin was getting them after IZ*ONE I’ve seen it on their insta post

[@___-hl3rn]

no but ive alr gets treated so well compared to wjsn but yall completely ignoring that and only focusing on the very minor differences between wonyoung and the rest of ive 😭😭😭

[@laissa9372]

Literally !!

[@aru9071]

wonyoung only got different outfits like once or twice so idk why y'all are acting like it's the end of the world, other members have worn different outfits too but somehow no one seems to have a problem with that

[@okeydokeysan]

THIS, thank you

[@althea7261]

Exactly, preach louder

[@teumoangene2847]

It's really frustrates me how people have been full time attacking her for this "Wonyoung and friends" narrative. It's not her fault that she's the only member they are looking at so that they can find something bad to say abt her. The other members aren't as popular as her or Yujin obviously coz they are new face to the industry. But they are talented as well and they're pulling new fans to the fandom. My non kpop fans cousins actually became fans of Ive because they kept asking me "who's that blonde girl" in eleven they all fell in love with Liz. The others were bias wrecked by Yujin and Rei in Love Dive. And by watching the vlogs, they're all now obsessed with Geul and Leeseo's cuteness too. My point is, haters always push this narrative that all the attention was given to Wony where in fact THEY were the ones who are giving the most attention to her by dissecting her every move to find something to hate about her duh. Haters just wanna attack her for the dumbest things gosh. I mean what can we expect? Miserable haters are mad at her for just simply existing. It girl things I guess. 🙄💅 I will never get tired of defending you and being your fan. I love you my best girl!

[@seal624]

Ok period queen slay👑💅

[@fieethical3762]

I dont hate her nor dislike her. Im not really her fan BUT I am a fan of IVE as a whole. Also, I found Wonyoung has that "expensive" quality in her. Meaning no matter what she's on, she will look super outstanding and will probably make the most in fact her visual alone is "to-die-for" so obviously her agency will make the most out of it and in the end it will benefit both the group & the company in a good way.... Hopefully...

[@etherealrune757]

Like KOOKIELIT said: *"as powerful as she is, she's still not the CEO"*

[@chaeryoungswife2474]

I got into IVE because of Rei and Liz, and then found out that Wonyoung and Yujin were in the group. I have such high hopes for IVE’s third comeback because all of their songs have been added to my library and I couldn’t stop singing ELEVEN or doing the LOVE DIVE dance after they came out

[@lerikacosta3167]

When y'all see wonyoung have a different outfits from others y'all immediately throw hate but when one time gaeul wore a dress while the rest wore shorts y'all did nothing... What's with that huh?!, I swear some dives are secretly wonyoung antis, and people just love to hate her for nothing...so disgustangg

[@okeydokeysan]

wony is ma bias and tho i did see some toxic dives throwing hate on wony, majority of the people who hate on her are actually non-dives and fans of another gg which i wont name but iykyk ;D I mean there will always be a small % of every fandom that is toxic so DIVEs don't really care about them or consider them as real DIVES. I just want to add that tho it may appear or seems as if some dives are hating on her, the fandom is quite united in a sense that majority of the DIVES will rush up to protect wony regardless if she is their bias or not. And DIVES did so for leeseo and liz too when they were being attacked. Its a good change :') at least DIVES bothered to protect her, unlike *cough* wizone days *cough* when wony stans n wony were literally being attacked by their own fandom. At least with IVE and DIVES, wony fans were never abandoned❤️and at least with DIVES, it felt like we belong in a family or part of the fandom.

[@lerikacosta3167]

@@okeydokeysan naurp some dives are actually secretly wonyoung antis I've seen it... though majority of dives protects the whole ot6 group

[@hyunjinfanboy8185]

Literally a lot of liz and gaeul stan was wonyoung haters

[@jellyedits8306]

Because that happened with gaeul once after people even barely knew she existed, wonyoung is a mean girl in disguise, kpop idols aren't dogs in the company, she has SAY in this stuff, grow up.

[@dmj2691]

I felt bad for the other members at first, but when I started watching the love dive performances I realized no matter what Wonyoung stands out. And it’s not accidental. Her facial expressions and dancing cause it. She may not always swing her hair but the way she portrays the song is excellent. She’s the only one that does the “my God I love it” part with feeling. Just the way she turns her face. Anyway. She is popular because she’s hard working, talented, and beautiful. So give her props. If you want other members to be popular then support them. Watch their fan cams multiple times, and post them everywhere. Complaining won’t help Edit: Just because I compliment something Wonyoung does best doesn’t mean other members don’t have their own amazing qualities. The video talks about Wonyoung so that’s who I’m commenting on. I like the entire group and honestly my fave is Gaeul

[@laissa9372]

this !!!

[@cherrybloom8560]

Totally her face is so captivating she kina h1ve qome unique f1ce + she have a lpt of charisma and stage presence all these together no one can take thier eyes off her

[@wavzone]

Exactly. At first I was a little worried for her & Yujin, but when you actually look into their performances, Wonyoung stands out no matter what she does or wears.

[@yadiabarrientos6724]

Yessss

[@althea7261]

This is true. Wonyoung can wear a basic outfit and still stand out.

[@anneyygg]

as a Blink, I need to say Wonyoung is currently experiencing what Jennie had to endure, especially during BP's rookie days. especially the nicer clothes "issue". funny thing is there are times when Lisa got the flashier clothes and "fans" were complaining that stylists gave her ugly stuff, just for Lisa to come out and say she picked that specific clothes herself. I guess popular groups had to go through that kind of scrutiny from the public. but still, Ive's average age is still very young. I hope they have good support system helping them being an idol

[@baekku5784]

All I want to say is that is not Wonyoung's fault

[@saryuuii1969]

I never saw anyone complaining about a member of a boy group having a different outfit than the others when it happens a lot, it's always girl groups (Wonyong, Jennie, Soyeon...)

[@yunan1883]

Wonyoung is amazing! Whatever it is it`s not her fault that she is that attractive.

[@ameliaeleonora9510]

It’s maybe a hard pill for some to swallow, but kpop is a business and Starship has the responsibility to make the group as profitable as possible. In the end, it’s the best for EVERYONE in the group if they’re popular. Even if 1 member is being pushed to be more popular (if it's fair, is another question). It’s normal that 1 member is being pushed, because that member lures people to the group. And, as you can see with other groups (think: Jennie Blackpink, Karina Aespa and a good example of mismanagement, is Suzy in Miss A). A lot of people are drawn in because of 1 member and like the group, but then will learn more about the group and sometimes have another bias or be even more popular at the end (like how Lisa is now more popular in general). Without WO or YU, the group wouldn’t be as popular. And, at the end the other members will profit from that also. Because, the more people like the group, the more money they shall earn and the company will give attention to them. YES, company’s are somethings really misbehaving to other members. But i do think Starship is doing a decent job compared to other company’s. Don’t forget, that all the members from IVE are employees for Starship and being an idol is the job they have. And i personally think al the members shine in their own way. I was also drawn in because of the hate of WO and then looked in to IVE more because of it. PS: I KNOW they’re a lot of BAD company’s who are treating idols awfully. Yes, it is sometimes bad for a company to focus all of its focus on one person. But, maybe more attention should be paid to the real problems that a lot of company's has; as such as the physical violence, extreme standards, long days, extreme dieting, and very inhumane things that other company's do. This is just marketing and business. - END OF RANT -

[@squeeg8324]

Wonyoung is basically a soloist when you look at IVES group performances 💀

[@faizzarul]

Wonyoung and friends

[@ktcool4660]

This comment aged like milk in sun.

[@arshthetic_]

@@ktcool4660 what happened

[@ktcool4660]

@@arshthetic_ go watch their latest comebacks & live performances

[@f1njamin]

@@ktcool4660 fr

[@yeosongkhim]

people who hate on wonyoung are idiots look at this girl she so cute precious and kind towards other idols and her bandmates how can she be a mean girl?? looking at her with her members look close together and happy

[@yeosongkhim]

@@methylfairy6877 both are pretty let not start a war about it

[@Jaaeru]

@@methylfairy6877 imagine staning a bully and a person who made someone almost k*ll themselves 💀

[@uji2503]

its more of the company's fault not wonyoung but yeah people hating on wy instead of the company is idiot

[@ohgrell2176]

@@methylfairy6877 Woyoung is cute, but no prettier than Jisoo.

[@Aurelian369_]

she’s 17 years old, why are people hating on a teenager

[@a_maze_in_kwangya]

Every group need a catching member and Wonyoung is that member since she was so famous in IZ*ONE. She is vital for the group to thrive and get recognition, sponsorships and new fans. Whether you like it or not, whether your bias is the catching member or not just swallow the pill and it will get better. She's the center or the face of the group and it's normal in kpop. Idk why it's a big deal suddenly.

[@jilianalau]

@@methylfairy6877 bro u are mad scary 💀

[@mangekyo1866]

@@jilianalau literally they're in every comment section

[@jilianalau]

@@mangekyo1866 i saw that

[@smoothlikebutterhatersinth8367]

But starship promote her toOoo much

[@lini3333]

Can't blame wony... If you compare ive and wjsn, starship favours ive very much. So it isn't much of a surprise that in ive they will push wonyoung more. And also wonyoung is in major spotlight, so even if they dress other members in outstanding attire, people will turn a blind eye to them and catch wony's throat even if it isn't any of the Ive member's fault or wony's fault. It's the members that suffer more than their agency.

[@crunchnmunchsweettreats]

@@methylfairy6877 *Wonyoung IS in IVE*

[@valeriiie376]

Lets be honest ive girls gain more and more popularity because of wonyoung. She attending different programs to promote her group. Yall expecting other members to have brand deals right after debut?? Wonyoung has been working in the industry for more than 3 years so she deserves her popularity. Non dives better go and shut the fuск up because i dont think that other ive members are sad about being promoted by wy and yj

[@hyetotherin]

faaaaaaacts

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

yea they r gaining more popularity bc of wonyoung but most groups dont have an already famous member and they still make it big. ive has the potential with or without wonyoung.

[@sanghjs5458]

I hope that the company treats every members equally...Wonyoung does nt deserve hate for the company's mismanagement...I feel bad for the girls...

[@sms0003]

💯

[@caribbeanstudies5340]

I’m sure she isn’t or won’t complain about being pushed more than the others 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@surita7669]

@@caribbeanstudies5340 why she will complain about pushing when her name is connected to ive so she ive jang wonyoung then people will search about others too

[@yulo8987]

Why do you feel bad for the girls? They are not even one year old as a group and are already experiencing a huge success 99% of idols in the industry can only dream about. They perform a lot, got three succeful releases within a short period in time, get brand deals, photoshoots in major magazines, collabs with artists like Lany. Their album sales are impressive as well. The agency invests a lot in them, both in terms of money and attention.

[@lavienrosewon8811]

When a other members get outstanding outfits Nobody have problem, wonyoung is the most popular and get True treatement as money marker of this group

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

yea thats bc she got like 10 seconds of lines? she needed to stand out in some way. but for wonyoung she already gets her part in the choreography where shes obviously standing out and doesnt need a flashy fit. she also gets the most lines in most songs

[@DanniSegs]

ehhh?! Love Dive is split equally? Is there something I'm missing 'cause the video at 6:50 states it was split evenly but the image shows a bigger difference in screentime/line distribution than in Eleven?! Not sure I understand this part of the video. Either way, all members of Ive are fantastic, loved everything they've produced so far.

[@AngelMonbebe0514]

I feel so bad for her…and the other girls. Anyone will say anything to make them look bad because they are 4th Gen leaders. Haters are gonna hate. That being said SSE did the same thing with Shownu when MX first debuted. He did a LOT of solo schedules to get the boys name out there. That’s how SSE does things. The girls will be fine and will continue to dominate. LOVE IVE!!!! Fighting Yujin, Gaeul, Wonyoung, Rei, Liz and Leeseo!!!

[@kimlk4313]

@@dorte3791 ITZY ARE 4TH GEN LEADERS 💅

[@kimlk4313]

@@dorte3791 your opinion 🚮

[@kimlk4313]

@@dorte3791 lol ITZY's the 4th gen queens Cause why??? They are the most followed gg of 4th gen in all social platforms and they are the most streamed and most viewed group of 4th gen and they are the most liked gg of 4th gen with 3million likes on instagram🧚‍♂️😗 Stay Pressed 🤏

[@kimlk4313]

@@dorte3791 lmao stay pressed 🤏 txt flop so bad with good boy gone bad they can't even get nominated on music shows 😭

[@kimlk4313]

@@dorte3791 itzy aren't popular but why are they the most streamed gg and the most followed gg of 4th gen on social platforms ????🤏

[@althea7261]

No matter what Wonyoung does, antis will only complain. There were many incidences where 1 or 2 members are wearing diff clothes but no one complained. But once it's WY, all hell break loose. Everything she does is nitpick. She's so popular that she brings hype to her group. No matter what she wears, she stands out, that's why people focus on her. Can't imagine how tired and busy she is at only 17yo. Starship is lucky to have her and I'm sure the members are thankful that they did not have to experience nugudom.

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

every stage wonyoung gets smt extravagant unless they're all matching. gauel got like 10 seconds of lines? she needed to stand out in some way with a dress. but for wonyoung she already gets her part in the choreography where shes obviously standing out and doesnt need a flashy fit. she also gets the most lines in most songs

[@AnnyeongzDuo]

New fans may not know Wonyoung & Yujin got many connections since IZ*ONE. eg. Miu Miu selected Wonyoung as their Brand Presenter in Oct 2020, Yujin became MC of Steel Troops 2 because of PD saw Yujin since IZ*ONE online concert in 2020, etc. About CF. It's not only Starship's decision. It's their customer who requires what member they want for their CF-that is why Wonyoung gets many jobs. Starship is pretending IZ*ONE is useless to their artist. In fact, Wonyoung & Yujin got many jobs because of the name of IZ*ONE since pre-debut.

[@risa5266]

Wonyoung is not only the most popular member in the group but also one of the most popular idols in Korea overall, she has the general public attention, everyone loves her and want to see her, if IVE is this popular right now it's mostly thanks to her and starship actually did a pretty good job if you compare to other companies, they have great budge and producers working with them, solid promotions as a group and the other members also get schedules despite being rookies, you just can't compare what they get with what Wonyoung or Yujin deserve cause unlike the rest they already have a considerable seniority and stable brand name in the industry, unfair it would be if Starship was crazy enough to make them start again from zero instead of taking advantage of it so let's not act like IVE is getting a post I.O.I groups kind of treatment were people knew of Kim Sejeong, Jung Chaeyeon and Kang Mina but never ever heard of their groups cause that's very much not the case.

[@injeongtojeongin]

That pink dress in eleven didn't even stand out until people mentioned it

[@seokie9316]

It's not Wonyoung's fault at all. I've always loved her and never understood the hate she's been getting. Obviously, the people who accuse her of every little thing don't have much knowledge about K-pop and the way it works. And there have been times when each member has stood out before. Even Rei the foreign member of the group was seen wearing all blue in one of their Love Dive performance. Honestly speaking I feel like Starship Entertainment treats ALL of the girls well wether their a foreigner or born-Korean.

[@smoothlikebutterhatersinth8367]

Who said it's her fault 🙄

[@trinichan5103]

Wonyoung was the first member i knew since all the drama of people talking about her in a negative light. However once I really got into the group my bias is Liz! I fell in love with her the moment i saw her part in Eleven's MV and her cute ass dimple as she smiled at the camera.

[@alyssaliu2157]

No offense but netizens really need stop overeacting over Wonyoung's outfits, sure she is favored but that dosen't mean she needs all the backlash and hate netizens are giving her.

[@ebs2874]

As long as the members are happy, there shouldn't be a problem. What would be a problem is if they're limiting the opportunities of the other members in favor of Wonyoung, which doesn't seem to be the case if they're performing on Wonyoung's solo appearances. Unfortunately Starship treats some of their other artists like hot garbage and they need to be held accountable for that but none of it's Wonyoung's fault.

[@kansaibeyond]

Compared to previous debuted groups where they had survival show contestants, I always felt like IVE was the most balanced out of all of them. Even in predebut, the other less-known members quickly gained a fanbase of their own - however small it was.

[@yulo8987]

They are all talented and charismatic and each girl has her own charm. As time goes on you see how all of them gain more confidence and start to blossom. The agency did a really great job with this group.

[@babyanie4673]

I'll always nitpick when another member shines because of what Dives did to Wony. How most of them hate her just because she's popular and praise the other members for standing out. You'll always catch me in the comments “When it was Wonyoung.” Because Dives are huge hypocrites.

[@nancy4241]

Meanwhile she and Yujin are the absolute reason for the groups success... Instead of them to thank her they hate on her the audacity I tell you !!!

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

@@nancy4241 yea but most groups dont debut with an already famous member and they still make it big. starship is quite a popular company so they still have the potential to make it big especially with their skills. and as an idol the other members prob want more lines and to show off their talents but meanwhile the company is promoting wonyoung the most and giving away all the members opportunities.

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

yea but like for example Gaeul, she gets like 10 seconds of lines every comeback? she got flashy outfits bc she needed to stand out in some way. but for wonyoung she already gets most lines and gets that solo part in the choreography where shes obviously standing out and doesnt need a flashy fit.

[@Jade-zm2tg]

Also, Wonyoung is noticeably taller than the other girls. Our eyes naturally notice that.

[@lisasbangsofficial4934]

I just wish the treat all of them equally Pls starship pls

[@LottaKissu]

They already do 💀. If anything, why does Leeseo have a dance cover & Liz and Rei having singing covers. Rei even got to be promoted as a rapper! Wonyoung & Yujin never got that 🥴

[@lisasbangsofficial4934]

@@LottaKissu What bout gauel ??

[@irenerene5080]

lol next time you should check how the others members solo sched.

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

@@LottaKissu yea the other members who got solo song/dance covers bc they r talented in those areas. leeseo is legit one of their best dancers and liz has the best vocals. rei is also the rapper and is underrated so ofc they need to help promote her. wonyoung is still mediocre in vocals and dancing which is why she prob isnt selected for those things and instead goes for modeling. also yujin also gets the dance covers if u havent seen. for the unfair outfits, Gaeul got like 10 seconds of lines every comeback? she got flashy outfits bc she needed to stand out in some way. but for wonyoung she already gets most lines and gets that solo part in the choreography where shes obviously standing out and doesnt need a flashy fit.

[@Ren110]

Girl is just obsessed with Wonyoung lately

[@queenlena2514]

Everyone remember that starship is using wooyoung fame for the money & only for the money 😭😭

[@vxxvv882]

I think it's very unfair to ALL the girls of the group. The girls for feeling like they don't matter compared to Wonyoung and for Wonyoung because she must be under soooo much pressure. Now we can't really blame Starship, they are a Company after all and their main goal is to make money, not using Wonyoung's IT girl power would be such a waste for them...

[@supercalifragilisticexpialido6]

Who said that every member of the group has gone to different promotions Every member has gone to solo or duo fashion week Liz has done the most covers and is the only member to do OST Leeseo and Gaeul have been the main characters of 1thek dance If Wonyoung was in Vogue Korea then Rei was in Vogue Japan Duo rappers write their own rap Even though Wonyoung is a centre Leeseo has been in the centre the most in eleven era

[@laissa9372]

Omg the outfit thing was 6 months ago and things got better uhhhh stop with this shit now 🙄 the other members are getting many solo things so if u think there's still favoritism then you're just focusing on wonyoung and u don't care about the other members solo things. And during eleven era all the members stood out in at least one performance each but y'all only pointed it out when it's wonyoung

[@_dalbit]

Hasn’t this been covered multiple times already

[@gee9959]

it’s not her fault she’s catching people’s eyes SHE HAS THAT STAR QUALITY even non-fans can’t deny that

[@resplendent1004]

Yeah but they literally favourite wonyoung...

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

yea she does have that star quality but its bc the way starship promotes her

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

the other members are also capable of being star quality

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

@Jennie 🤭 TY

[@rouroume7085]

Star?you mean model cuz she aint good singer neither dancer or rapper

[@moonlightespt3818]

This is getting sick, ever since their eleven era slowly the new members have been getting endorsements, solo covers, youtube videos, all of them get good outfits specially now in love dive era, if Wonyoung was favored by the company a bit at first its because she was the most popular member and had already job activities that they can't help, this is just coming from the same damn place of toxic fans wanting to difame, hate on idols and always look for villains and victims.

[@nyakuan7686]

it's so disappointing and crazy that people still don't understand that idols have so little control of what's presented to us, if any. There's so much that we don't know that goes behind the scenes too, like oh yeah they DEFINITELY choose their outfits for every single performance, or pick what show, lines, screen time, or promotions they want

[@LottaKissu]

Wonyoung only got “favoritism” the first month of Eleven. OUTFITS!! That.. is… it. Like mentioned, other members have gotten special outfits AND got solo song/dance covers that Wonyoung has never gotten.

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

yea the other members who got solo song/dance covers bc they r talented in those areas. leeseo is legit one of their dance machines and liz has the best vocals. wonyoung is still mediocre in vocals and dancing. Gaeul got like 10 seconds of lines every comeback? she got flashy outfits bc she needed to stand out in some way. but for wonyoung she already gets most lines and gets that solo part in the choreography where shes obviously standing out and doesnt need a flashy fit.

[@aryask5785]

I think the sole reason ive was created in the first place, was for idol wonyoung to continue being on stage and support her by making her shine even more, relatively speaking. Like in comparison with ive's current members, she stands out most certainly. Unlike in izone who had some stunning individuals. Also the group is there, cause She can't go solo after all. Yujin still have some fans from izone days who carry her till now, while getting crumbs of things past wonyoung (she can't do everything after all, and they already overworking her) Also being the center of many controversies, definitely raised her fam. People dig scandals after all. Kardashian paved that route.

[@yuly8913]

Can u mention a single controversy that was caused by her? Behavior, racism, scandals, anything? You already have the answer. And even if wonyoung was the "hidden" member, she will still stand out in some way. She's the one that shines, not her clothes.

[@yuly8913]

And the group was already planned. If u didnt know, PD48 was a survival show to gain popularity for the trainees Starship sent them and they were in a temporary group in order to gain stability and join their permanent group. Both, Wonyoung and Yujin. The same with all the izone members. For them to get fame before their permanent projects.

[@bbhxx]

yes i agree it’s not her fault that she gets favoritism, it’s the companies 100%! People have always denied her getting favoritism and that was my issue but i’m glad this video came out. Stay woke.

[@lyvi1208]

many brands and sponsors came to wonyoung, it's not her fault. the other members also got solo jobs, where's the favoritism? also br all members are very stable. well ive in eleven era it looks a bit favoritism, but isn't the love dive era much better?

[@akankshasingh9606]

I mean wouldn't she...no offence but she attracts fans more then any other member....she had her own fandom before Ive and was pretty famous ofcourse she will be treated better.... It's just like a well established group and a rookie group

[@hayoung1667]

she is obviously getting treated better than the other members

[@valeriiie376]

Obviously for who?? For clowns only i guess

[@hayoung1667]

@@valeriiie376 obvious for people with functional eyes

[@lavienrosewon8811]

The multiples times gaeul and yujin.get outstanding ,nobody have problem ,wonyoung is only eyes cathing of this group...

[@hayoung1667]

@@lavienrosewon8811 wonyoung constantly gets the best outfits and always stands out

[@lavienrosewon8811]

@@hayoung1667 only 2 times in eleven, All the members get great outfits in love dive You should check them more,they get solo schedules tho

[@llal4146]

I am in love with your channel. You are never toxic, and always talking facts. Thank you for your hardwork

[@llal4146]

@@riei7764 Never.

[@love.nicholegrace]

IVE is definitely by far the most privileged now in Starship because like any other company that are money hungry, they will always TREAT the person/group who make them alot of money nice cause that money they make keeps the company afloat. That's how business works in the industry and y'all have to accept the harsh reality of it. Starship won't treat your favs any shit than Wonyoung and Yujin unless they make more money than those two. Cause in the end of the day if IVE ever go down the rock they can always just throw them away and use the money that IVE and the other groups in the company made to debut another group to be another money maker for them.

[@jungwonssheep2260]

as a dive, i love all the girlies equally :D

[@minhyuklees1bebe902]

outfits can be blamed to the company since the company board are the ones choosing the styling that stylists presents to them, but endorsements are another thing, usually the brands and magazines are the ones who pick the member they want to endorse their brand or appear in a magazine. it has been like half a year since they debuted so judging how they are treated when it comes to solo gigs and endorsements this early to their career would of course seem unfair because obviously wonyoung and yujin are more known as they have been introduced to the public 4 years ago, maybe by their 2nd year of activity people would see if there is indeed a mismanagement of the other members or not since they’d definitely be much known by then. (but we also have to take note that there are times where starship does overwork their artists, that’s what we should really be worried about)

[@irenerene5080]

nothing is unfair,all members has a gig. rei who is only known for 6months already became ambassador of bonajour.

[@eshamondal4800]

Wonyoung always gets better clothes and accessories any person with eyes can see it But it's NOT HER FAULT But this can mentally harm the other members. I hope they start pushing the other members too just like they have started to do.

[@rpenguin3514]

Wonyoung, Yujin, Liz, Rei, Gaeul and Leeseo are all unique in their own ways, stan IVE

[@miaka123ify]

I will tell you this: what any smart person with a brain knows. Companies don't treat someone differently in any way, they push the ones that the target audience loves if the Korean public loves wonyoung they are going to show her more, in fact, it makes me laugh to see international fans that hate her, cry more sweet!, Yujin and wonyoung are the faces of the group, they going to be a push by the companies and used by them to increase audience/ view or even to get more money or make the group known, you need to deal with that. In fact, it makes me so rage when international fans hate and call pick me, girl, on Wonyoung, just because she is a beauty with talent and money, I don't understand why it takes so hard to get that Koreans to love and adore this girl. Anyway IVE is a great group and I support the away company do the business, money is money at the end

[@althea7261]

Haha, Wonyoung will make them cry bitter tears with how successful she is

[@irenerene5080]

only international kpopper hating on wonyoung. they dont know ive as a group/indvidual is already big in SK.

[@kimji-won9046]

ugh why can't ppl just appreciate her for her talents and beauty

[@stanreiandwonyoung2433]

Fr

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

we so appreciate her talents and beauty its just that the other members are being treated unfairly

[@smoothlikebutterhatersinth8367]

Talent 😭

[@turqoisesea4]

@@ILOVEBEARS77nope you don't appreciate her talent y'all were happy about the fact that she got least lines by far in I am y'all were happy about it y'all would be mad if it was any other member

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

@@turqoisesea4 that’s cuz she’s barely been last until this era…

[@swatiamu6792]

her company is using her as much as they can for making money ,poor girl , they are making her work soooo damm hard , Like there is no tomorrow . Same as chuu and twice . Like literally .

[@seal624]

Not too related to Wonyoung's favoritism but I just wanna say that I hate starship because they gave so many decorations and cake to Ive on the their birthday but Luda from WJSN got no cake and only a few decoration even the decorations started falling apart but she just kept smiling💔

[@craygamers2233]

I just feel like starship is doing favouritism i don't agree what the netizens say pointing every costume of wonyonug and making false rumours for having much clips or whatever but the opinion that they said on a show where wonyonug got white dresse but the other members got black it felt like the other members were backup dancer it's not the members fault nor wonyonug infact she is just a idol is dose'nt dress herself the stylist dresse her i think favouritism is comon that is done by the company . So u all should'nt hate her what she can do If she is favourite of starship.

[@jaejaenu]

MOST OF THE TIME THE RICHEST MEMBER GETS THE BEST OUTFITS AND MAKE UP + SHE S THE POPULAR MEMBER AND THE CENTER SO ITS NOT THAT BAD. AT THE END OF THE DAY THIS IS BUISINESS SO SHE GONNA HAVE MORE BRAND DEALS THAN THE OTHERS

[@erm6696]

ofc you won't see ppl commenting on how lesso rei or gaeul are favorite when they literally wore things like that for once who are you trying to fool you just don't make sense atp why are you riding it so hard for her like all of this is not adding up

[@maidatariq4934]

They did same to jennie now they found their new target and its wonyoung people just ready to bring her down for no reason and i feel bad for her she deserve better its not her fault to look this good she is center and her visuals are also good thats why they get jeolous and im angry that compqny not doing anything about it i hope people get to know that its wrong doing they have to stop

[@angelicacortes898]

I don't think that all this starting because of outfits is dumb because outfits are essential to idols and they can make someone less or more eye catching. But people were definitely nitpicking and blaming the wrong person. All the other stuff is not even Starship's fault, Wonyoung is the most popular member of IVE whether people like it or not. It makes sense that brands would want to hire Wonyoung before they ask for the other IVE members. This was bound to happen when the center of Iz*one was put in a group with new faces, but also thanks to that, the other members can enjoy instant popularity and success.

[@AmericanGBoyDiego]

yujin actually has more cf endorsments than wonyoung now lol

[@blacktosca3201]

Thank you for always making content to protect Wonyoung's name :)

[@blue1491]

Quite frankly they should have just debuted her as a solo act or duo with Yujin…what was the point of debuting a group when they wanted the focus on her anyway🧐

[@n_nsky9140]

I swear your whole channel is literally dedicated to Wonyoung, like I see her in all of your thumbnails. Like obsessed much 💅

[@babyanie4673]

Its just funny how she says Wonyoung doesn't deserve the hate but still makes videos like this

[@rachnasharma3982]

​@@babyanie4673 agree

[@surenderrawat6247]

Hahaha

[@surenderrawat6247]

@@babyanie4673 justifying her I guess 🤷

[@ILOVEBEARS77]

@@babyanie4673 they're showing how starship is treating different members unfairly. they're not hating on her tho, just the company

[@mochiiiii7453]

During Eleven era, you do see the difference on how they handle Wonyoung and the other members but during Love Dive and now with After Like, the styling are all VERY FAIR, even the solos works and promos are improving (such as, song covers, dance covers etc.). But the thing is, people will ALWAYS talk abt Wonyoung. Admit it or not, Wonyoung stands out whatever she wears. She's just that attracting🤷

[@olgak4446]

Honestly, it’s natural that members that already had big following would gather more attention and endorsements lol. Give it time and other members will get opportunities (or not if stans destroy the chances by portraying the group as problematic lol)

[@niaa882]

i feel like wony and yujin gets more attention in general is bc they were in the industry for a longer time. the other members of ive are new and they aren’t rlly known by the public.

[@samueldaviddamasin2476]

Thank you KOOKIELIT for this video. I've been digging about why I'VE Wonyoung gets the hates most than her other members. But, this video, thank you for saving my day! Love you KOOKIELIT and stay healthy!

[@S_K_J]

True , for their 1st comeback i was satisfied how every member shined and their fair amount of line and screen time .

[@felixslostcupcake]

The only thing that is dumb about all the hate and criticism the IDOLS get is that, people hate/criticise them for things that aren't even their fault. First people should know how Kpop works, like seriously, first understand the assignment.

[@jaynishimura7120]

wonyoung getting the same thing as the other girls since love dive started and yet you all will keep doing this. its crazy how much yall want ive to be wonyoung and friends when its never like that

[@jaynishimura7120]

its also funny because the accessories and hairstyles are picked by the members themselves. they talked about it on their show and they ask their stylists directly what they want to do with their outfits or hair today

[@lalisaloveme6051]

Hello kookielit, a heartwarming news would b nice, can u also headline a japanese stay, Hiwa, who passed away and missed skz concert in jp but bang chan and stray kids prepared a letter for her and dedicated the song star lost. Bangchan cried since they made a promise and hope she enjoyed the concert in heaven. On Hiwa’s farewell ceremony, they played Blueprint which is her fave skz song. Rip our angel Hiwa :))) we would love to see this news in memory of her lifestory in gaining strength as kpop fan during her treatment for a rare disease :) thanks!

[@inseungwoonamewestan1196]

I think the wonyoung getting brand deals isn't a "proof" of favoritism yeah she gets the most but she's the most popular member and the center like i think Yujin is with burberry and had promoted versace and Prada keep sending stuff to rei and ofc wonyoung is with miu miu, gaeul also attend a ysl event and liz and leeseo will get their time i think most ppl who clame favoritism aren't even dives

[@irenerene5080]

they are only haters,when you ask them name a 6 month old rookie group that has solo gigs other than ive. rei is already an ambassador of Bonajour being a rookie.

[@ccsbm208]

yep it's obvious that those complaining aren't even dives because if they actually followed the group and did their research they would know all of this but they don't because they don't care, their only goal is to start drama.

[@reemyfairy09]

I feel like companies nowadays debut groups with controversies on purpose whatever that maybe... anyway wishing the best for them

[@jackhossain9877]

This video was a new perspective. Thanks for this video. I did also think that Wonyong got more jewelleries and better clothes. But then saw that others also got the same 'standing out' outfits in other shows. That's good to hear. But what I would suggest for the company to continue is none to stand out and give clothes that is making everyone even. It is hard to do. As a DIVE I don't want any of my girls to feel left out. It is possible for the company to promote one member more, which will always happen due to market strategy and in general. But I really liked the fact that they are trying to keep it even as much as possible! Dive in to IVE!

[@shimmer3221]

It's clearly seen that they give priority to wonyoung and yujin only. Some obsessed fans don't agree with it. Well wonyoung solo debut going very well

[@WhippedForJungkookie]

They should all be treated the same, all are equal. No superiority

[@bellasubliminal_]

It bothers me that there are so many people denying Starship's favoritism with Wonyoung. Even if you try to cover it with excuses, what is happening is clear. Wonyoung always has the cutest and most striking outfits, she has more screen appearances, she promotes more, she has many solo activities, among other things. That kind of thing doesn't happen too much anymore, Starship is valuing the other girls more. But this happened a lot in the early days of IVE. And Wonyoung is not to blame!! I'm not attacking her at all. I simply want you to open your eyes and not be blinded by fanaticism.

[@DiodenRamirez]

That's the other side of the business, the company priority is to earn money and 2nd is their artist safety, because without safety then the companies money maker will be gone. It won't matter who's popular or not, it's a business strategy, you got to use your card to earn money and it's good, it helps boost their group popularity. A single person popularity still boost their group earnings and value. People who hate wonyoung are idiots and stupid, don't know anything about business and how the industry works. They have contracts, once that contracts ends, they won't know if the group or artist will resign with the label. Therefore, play your cards well on how to earn large bag 💰 while they are still on contract. If wonyoung can let them earn more then it's good for the group because they can have the opportunity to nurture their talents and discover what other talents they have and it's good. it is also good for the campany, and it's good for their country's economy.

[@hrtjunnie]

starship shouldnt have debuted the izone members in a group just to show blatant favoritism they shouldve just debuted them in a duo and gave the other members a proper chance

[@bysaabchu]

This channel should stop making people doubt about wonyoung and make the people criticize her. ive shines equally, it's just different because wonyoung and yujin are a former izone member. Just stop making content like this.

[@paladiana-maria8610]

I don't think the special treatment from the stylists allegations are exaggerated, they're not. She does get better outfits, that one stage did look like her solo stage, and the one where she was the only one fully dressed in hot pink too, and some others. The numerous solo promotions make sense though, she's objectively more famous tham most her band members, and she's extremely pretty. I don't think her solo promotions should be an issue, they're not interfering with the groups promotions & schedules so it's fine. People should stop being so jealous of her success & focus on real problems.

[@ryrolove1829]

They also treat IVE and Cravity differently.. both of them are their groups tho…

[@ashley6917]

This is such a dumb take, post eleven all of the girls have been getting their much needed attention and focus time. The hairstyle comment is also dumb because Rei gets the best/most unique hairstyles while wonyoung is usually left with the same/similar hairstyles she usually has. How often have you seen her on stage without her hair down??? Outfit wise every group does this. There's always going to be a member/members with styles that differ on stage. The girls are all rookies, she isn't being privileged because of two instances of wearing something different when that has been the case for some of the other members too.

[@heavensroyalty9896]

Great video ❤️ hopefully this opens some she's of some people who may not be as competent

[@chxerify]

6:53 evenly you say? Gaeul got 2 lines literally 8 seconds? That is evenly distributed? And don't even get me started at the "but she's a dancer" YES BUT DID SHE GET A DANCE BREAK CENTER? OR ANYTHING? no saying wony is the problem but istg starship better give her lines

[@faizzarul]

Easy to said starship and ive also problem.

[@georgek6445]

Especially on how they did on Rei,she was wearing a purple dress? i think and the staff gave her to wear the same outfit but it was another colour. (LOVE DIVE EDITION)

[@ihavejiminsjambutiwillnotgive]

I do feel like that company is just too biased towards wonyoung and yujin. But with also that it's not always because starship is giving her better outfits, i personally think she glows on stage she has a really good stage presence and mesmerizing expressions.

[@risa_4790]

There's no option to look other members, I want to see Liz's expression but boom Wonyong come, like girl you look good I know but not all the time I want to see you. Whenever I tried to focus on other members the cameraman turn it to Wonyong. 🙂 Please there are other members too

[@rrrrrrr1305]

I feel bad for all of them wonyoung is the favourite but she gets hate for it but it isn’t her fault it’s the company’s fault. So please don’t hate on wonyoung thank you!!

[@peach4666]

I feel like everyone forgets to mention how much work Wonyoung has to do even if she gets "preferable" treatment. It seems exhausting to have to do so much solo work AND group work at the same time.