SM Entertainment founder Lee Soo Man has returned to the spotlight with his latest project a new Chinese girl group named A2O MAY and Korean netizens are already buzzing, particularly about one standout member: Shijie.
At just 17 years old, Shijie is being hailed as the group’s visual centerpiece. With striking, model-like proportions and wide, expressive eyes, she’s capturing attention for her sophisticated and mature appearance well beyond her age. Born in 2007, Shijie exudes an elegance that feels poised for global stardom.
Korean fans have taken to online communities to discuss Shijie’s look, with many acknowledging Lee Soo Man’s consistent ability to identify standout visuals. Over the years, he’s launched the careers of some of K-pop’s most iconic faces like Girls’ Generation’s YoonA, Red Velvet’s Irene, and aespa’s Karina and it seems he may have done it again.
Still, opinions are divided. Some netizens note that Shijie shares similarities with aespa’s NingNing, while others believe she breaks away from the traditional “SM visual mold.” Here’s what fans are saying:
- “She reminds me a bit of NingNing, but there’s something unique about her too.”
- “Depending on the angle, she looks quite different.”
- “She’s definitely pretty, but I’m not sure if she has that ‘center’ aura yet.”
- “She’s not the typical SM beauty, but fits more into the ‘SM Chinese visual’ type almost a blend of NingNing and Victoria.”
- “Honestly, I thought of MEOVV too.”
- “She actually looks better in video clips than in photos.”
Regardless of the mixed reactions, Shijie is already generating buzz. As expectations grow, industry watchers are curious to see how Lee Soo Man’s latest creation, A2O MAY, will position itself in the competitive global pop scene.
Sources: Theqoo
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