tripleS JiYeon sparks debate after chugging 46% ABV whisky

tripleS member JiYeon has drawn online attention after being filmed drinking 46% ABV whisky in one gulp during a hidden camera prank on the YouTube channel '710house.' While some fans were surprised by her bold behavior, others raised concerns that rapidly consuming high-proof alcohol could desensitize people to the dangers of excessive drinking.

A member of the girl group tripleS, born in 2004, is making waves online after being filmed chugging 46% ABV whisky without hesitation. The subject of the attention is JiYeon of tripleS. Unlike other members who could not hide their shock at the strong alcohol, JiYeon drew intense focus by emptying her glass in one gulp, much like drinking soju. While fans expressed surprise at the unexpected and bold drinking scene, some raised concerns that quickly consuming high-proof alcohol could desensitize people to the dangers of excessive drinking.

The footage was featured in "Criminal Card EP.2," recently released on the YouTube channel '710house,' which shows comedian Kwak Beom and TSUKI conducting a hidden camera prank on tripleS. Following the filming of content related to Haidilao, the members continued with a hotpot dinner. Amid the friendly atmosphere, whisky with an alcohol content of 46% was introduced. Because the alcohol was significantly stronger than typical drinks, the members reacted cautiously and were hesitant to drink.

However, JiYeon's choice was different. While other members were surprised by the high alcohol content and only took small sips, JiYeon lifted her glass and downed the whisky in one go without hesitation. Far from sipping to savor the unique aroma and flavor of the whisky, she performed what is known as a "one-shot." The attention of the members on-site intensified as she was captured emptying glasses in succession.

The members expressed a mix of surprise and worry, reacting with comments such as, "Did you just one-shot it?", "Pour me another glass," and "Are you okay?" The atmosphere suggested that JiYeon's unrestrained consumption of strong alcohol was unexpected. The gap between the idol image shown on stage and the candid side captured during the dinner has fueled the discussion.

Once the video was released, reactions online were divided. Some netizens expressed surprise at her unexpected side, commenting, "She drinks whisky like it's soju," "It's at the level of pouring it down her throat," "What is this heavy drinker moment from JiYeon?", and "I thought she was a lightweight, what a twist." An atmosphere formed where people focused on JiYeon's new charm as a different side of her was revealed compared to her usual stage presence.

On the other hand, voices emerged worrying about the method of drinking itself. Critics pointed out, "If you drink like that, you'll pass out quickly," "That is not how you drink whisky," and "It seems like she should learn proper drinking etiquette before drinking." In particular, some felt it was difficult to overlook the behavior, as consuming high-proof alcohol rapidly in a short time can make it hard to realize how quickly intoxication sets in. While being a good drinker can be a fun topic of conversation, some views suggest that excessive drinking should not be accepted as a part of one's ability or charm.

Of course, it is impossible to determine JiYeon's actual alcohol tolerance or daily drinking habits based solely on certain scenes in the video. Since the atmosphere of the moment and the filming situation must be considered, it is premature to define her as a "heavy drinker" based on a single action. However, as the scenes of drinking strong alcohol in succession are consumed as material for laughter and surprise, care is needed to ensure that the risks associated with drinking are not taken lightly.

tripleS made a comeback on the 16th, continuing activities as a full 24-member group with the new song 'Andless.' While meeting fans through promotions for the new song, JiYeon's unexpected side captured off-stage has become the center of attention. Although JiYeon has drawn interest through this unexpected scene, the core of the controversy lies beyond curiosity about alcohol tolerance and in how to view the act of rapidly consuming strong alcohol.

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