NMIXX is currently the rookie group attracting a lot of attention from netizens.
Every year, Kpop fans eagerly await new information about rookie groups that are about to debut, especially the “golden spoons” under big entertainment companies. Recently, the girl group master JYP has just launched a new girl group called NMIXX. Since their first promotional images until now, these rookie girls have always been the center of discussion among netizens.
Until now, the big man JYP has always been known as the birthplace of top girl groups with famous Kpop beauties. With NMIXX, once again, people have to nod their heads in recognition of JYP’s talent in gathering goddesses as the 7 girls all have their own potential. Moreover, JYP is also confident that NMIXX will be an almighty K-pop group with well-trained singing and dancing skills.
Sullyoon
Sullyoon (born in 2004) is the official visual of NMIXX. She possesses a pure and clear beauty with sparkling eyes as the highlight. Sullyoon’s beauty is said to be a combination of her seniors Sana and Tzuyu. Since her teaser photos, the female idol has caused a stir in the online community because of her beautiful appearance.
In particular, Sullyoon’s past image has completely convinced fans. She is definitely a born-beauty with a doll-like face. As can be seen, compared to her old days, Sullyoon has not changed much.
She also proved her singing ability through the cover video of the song “Full Moon” (Sunmi) released by JYP before her official debut. Sullyoon’s voice is considered to be not too excellent, but still quite good. Netizens also dug up the female idol’s middle school performance of the song “8282” (Davichi), which shows her stable vocals. Sullyoon has passed the auditions of many famous entertainment companies, including SM, JYP and YG.
BAE
With her youthful beauty and personality, right at the time she was still in school, BAE (born in 2004) was known as a popular girl where she studied. She has smooth fair skin, a pretty small mouth and a straight high nose bridge. BAE’s beauty has a unique charm, with a more mature and sharper look than her peers.
BAE also greeted fans with the song “Break My Heart“, showing off her very good vocal ability. She once performed ITZY’s “Dalla Dalla” at a school talent contest and won. BAE is an idol with both beauty and talent.
Jinni
Jinni (born in 2004) has been the most popular member of NMIXX since the very beginning of its debut. In the series of dance photos and videos that JYP released for the first time to introduce the new girl group, Jinni once caused a fever online thanks to her outstanding visuals and shining aura. Jinni’s cover also made netizens constantly praise her performance skills.
Possessing eye-catching visuals, a well-proportioned body and solid talent, she will potential become the one to take the center position of the group. With stable rap, vocal and dance skills, Jinni is expected to be the upcoming top idol of K-pop’s 4th Generation. She also acted in the MV “Lucky Charm” of Nickhun (2PM).
Kyujin
Kyujin (born in 2006) is the maknae of NMIXX who has sweet and cute visuals. Standing out with a round face, fair skin and pretty smile, Kyujin received a lot of love from fans when she first appeared in JYP’s introduction video with 2 other members.
It is known that she became a JYP trainee when she was 11 years old and studied at Withbill Dance Academy. Kyujin will definitely be the maknae who “steals the hearts” of fans with her cuteness.
Haewon
Born in 2003, Haewon appeared in public for the first time through the cover performance of the song “I Love You 3000” by Stephanie Poetri, revealing her sweet voice. It was not even a surprise when Haewon was confirmed as the main vocalist of NMIXX. In addition, she was also appointed as the leader of the group.
Before joining JYP Entertainment, Haewon was studying at the Asia Practical Music Academy. With her eye-catching visual and sweet vocal, Haewon has proved herself as a promising rookie idol of KPOP’s new generation.
Lily
Lily was born into a family of an Australian mother and a Korean father. This gave the 2002-born idol a distinctive visual that makes her stand out. Lily’s special facial features and unique vibe have impressed many fans. In NMIXX, Lily is also a main vocalist and she was the last member to be introduced with the cover of Bruno Mars’s “Finesse”.
Lily has proved her powerful vocal and excellent stage presence through the cover performance In 2014, Lily once showed up in front of Korean audiences as Lily M in “Kpop Star Season 4” competition.
Jiwoo
She is also a multi-talented member of NMIXX. Born in 2005, Jiwoo is a rapper, dancer and also a vocalist of the group. She once impressed netizens with her visual that gives off both a cool vibe and loveliness. Jiwoo received many praises for her special vocal in the cover performance of “Me, Myself and I”.
A controversial debut – “The more expectations fans raised, the more disappointed they got”
With the formation of so many talented members, NMIXX was expected to have an explosive debut. The girl group decided to release their debut song “O.O” on February 22nd, 2022. However, immediately after the MV of “O.O” was revealed, NMIXX received mixed responses from netizens.
According to netizens’ comments, “O.O” is uncatchy; its melody is so messy and unmatched, while the lyrics are meaningless. Many fans were disappointed and they even questioned why JYP selected such a bad song for a promising girl group like NMIXX.
Not stopping there, NMIXX was also accused of copying the ideas and worldview in the music products of the boy group ATEEZ. Especially, a designer from FRISKMEGOOD also pointed out similarities between NMIXX’s outfits and their designs. In addition, many other dresses and costumes worn by NMIXX were also suspected to have been “inspired” by the Haute Couture collection by Viktor & Rolf, which was introduced in 2019.
While NMIXX is being surrounded by back-to-back controversies, fans are criticizing the girl group’s agency – JYP Entertainment. Making a rought start, but with their visuals and talents, 7 members of NMIXX will probably shine brighter in the future. However, JYP should be more careful in promoting the girl group.