Fans are expressing deep concern and anger after it was revealed that tripleS’s youngest member Seoah, who is only 15 years old, participated in a filming schedule shortly after undergoing surgery.
The controversy arose following the release of a behind-the-scenes video from tripleS’s recent Christmas photoshoot, uploaded on December 21 through the group’s official YouTube channel. The video featured candid moments of the members preparing for the festive shoot, but Seoah’s appearance quickly became the focus of viewers’ attention.
Seoah had reportedly just undergone wisdom tooth extraction prior to filming. In the footage, her visibly swollen cheek was hard to miss. At several points, fans noticed that she appeared to use her hair to subtly cover the swelling while posing for photos. Even when she spoke, the discomfort was evident.
A clip of Seoah from the video soon spread across social media platform X, igniting intense backlash. While the original caption described the young idol as “cute,” netizens reacted with anger rather than admiration.
Many fans pointed out how painful wisdom tooth extraction can be especially for someone so young and criticized the decision to have her work immediately afterward.
Comments online reflected widespread frustration, with fans arguing that Seoah should have been allowed proper time to rest and recover instead of being placed in front of cameras. The situation has reignited ongoing concerns about the treatment of underage idols in the K-pop industry and the pressures placed on them to maintain schedules regardless of their physical condition.
As discussions continue to grow, fans are calling on tripleS’s management to prioritize Seoah’s health and well-being, stressing that no performance or content should come at the expense of a minor’s recovery and safety.
Sources: Koreaboo