NewJeans’ Haerin has found herself at the center of online discussion after a post on popular Korean forum Pann claimed she was the favored member among male fans.
Titled “NewJeans’ Haerin Seems Like the Male Community’s Pick,” the post actually focused on Haerin, with the original poster noting:
“Not sure if it’s still the case, but back then, guys were seriously into Haerin. Even on fan communities, most users seemed to be male. I wonder why?”
The post quickly gained momentum, landing in Pann’s trending section as fans debated Haerin’s unique appeal. Many agreed that her distinct visuals, quiet charisma, and mysterious aura set her apart from typical idol archetypes—particularly resonating with male fans who favor more reserved or enigmatic personalities.
Comments on Pann:
“Yeah, a lot of ‘gaejeossi’ (a slang term referring to older men with outdated or sexist attitudes) liked her.” “When Haerin takes off her makeup, her irises look really small so she seems kind of fierce. Her lips are also really small, which makes her lower face look wide, and she’s a bit tan, she looks like she has the same nationality as Hanni.” “What kind of nonsense are you even talking about?” “NewJeans is mostly popular among female fans… Haerin is also a favorite among women.” “She just has an uncommon look but is insanely pretty. Whether overseas or in Korea, Haerin is the most popular.”
As conversations about fan demographics and individual preferences continue online, Haerin’s quiet rise as a male fan favorite is becoming an increasingly noticeable trend within the NewJeans fandom.