IVE's Jang Won-young stuns with doll-like visuals alongside Monchhichi

IVE's Jang Won-young has once again become the center of attention with unrivaled visuals that seem to blur the line between reality and fantasy.

On the 26th, Jang released several photos on her SNS wearing a red and white checkered dress. In the photos, she posed with a cute Monchhichi figure, completing her signature lovely aesthetic.

Jang added a witty caption to the post, saying, “Chichi Monchhichi. They are my babies. Am I one too?” She further expressed her affection for the figure by writing, “Let's go home with unnie.”

However, what actually captured fans' attention was not Monchhichi, but Jang herself. Standing side-by-side with the figure, Jang's small face, distinct features, and long limb proportions created an aura as if a real doll had come to life.

Immediately after the release, netizens poured out heated reactions, such as “I can't tell who the doll is,” “Jang Won-young looks more like a doll than Monchhichi,” “This combination is too surreal,” and “Suddenly I want a Monchhichi.”

The special connection between Jang and Monchhichi dates back to this spring. Their partnership began through a campaign for the beauty brand Amuse, which garnered significant interest when limited edition products, such as lip and cheek balms and lip oils, were released through the collaboration.

Jang is a representative star who has become a brand in herself, moving beyond being just a member of an idol group. Born in 2004, she debuted with the project group Iz*One in 2018, and after re-debuting as a member of IVE in 2021, she has received widespread love from the domestic and international fandom 'DIVE'.

In particular, Jang exerts a powerful influence on teenage fans with her unrivaled proportions, bright image, and confident stage presence, even earning the nickname 'Chotongnyeong' (the president of elementary schoolers).

These photos with Monchhichi are being praised for perfectly showcasing Jang's unique image where luxury and loveliness coexist. Although a star with doll-like looks met a doll, the fans' conclusion was ultimately one thing:

“There was a doll right next to the doll.”