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SEP 16, 2026
Coverage of Jihyo’s Waterbomb Kaohsiung outfit and her reply after criticism
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The incident
Jihyo performed in jeans at Waterbomb; reactions focused on practicality and norms.
Jihyo performed 12 songs at Waterbomb Kaohsiung in a silver top and full‑length denim pants
Observers noted soaked jeans can be heavy at water festivals and the outfit sparked debate online
Festival and audience reaction to the set were otherwise described as positive
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Jihyo’s response
She acknowledged the weight and framed the decision as hers.
A fan asked if the jeans were uncomfortably heavy; Jihyo replied: “It was heavy. It was my choice.”
Outlets framed the reply as a concise assertion of autonomy rather than an apology
Coverage also highlighted commentators who focused on broader expectations for artists’ festival attire
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