Ever wonder what your favorite stars looked like before they were famous? Get ready for a major throwback because these five celebrities will leave your jaw dropped. Here are five stars whose past appearances are so different that you might not recognize them today.
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Park Min Young
Park Min Young wasn’t shy about admitting she got some work done. Soon after her debut, photos from her school days started circulating online. People noticed her features looked different back then, and rumors of extensive plastic surgery swirled. Instead of hiding it, Park Min Young addressed it head-on in an interview. “I don’t see anything wrong with people being honest,” she said. She explained she got double eyelid surgery with her mom’s encouragement and a nose job because her nose wasn’t straight. “My past matters,” she added, “but I’d love for you to see me as actress Park Min Young.”
Yoo In Na
An old revelation about Yoo In Na being bullied in high school has resurfaced in light of some unearthed photos. Years ago, she discussed this difficult experience on KBS’s “Moonlight Prince,” revealing, “Back in my sophomore year, the teacher seemed to favor everyone but me, which led to me being bullied. It was a tough time.” This past confession has people curious about her younger days. Consequently, a middle school graduation photo of the actress is making the rounds on an online community board. Fans and netizens are reacting with a mix of comments, with some saying things like, “Yoo In Na’s look has definitely changed” and “Middle school is definitely an awkward stage for everyone.” Others simply wonder, “Did she blossom in high school?”
BLACKPINK’s Lisa
Pre-debut photos of BLACKPINK’s Lisa have become a hot topic. Netizens particularly focused on her changed styling and nose. In her past photos, Lisa had chubbier cheeks, giving her a youthful look, but it’s clear that she mostly looks like her younger appearance. However, some netizens reacted to the old photos by saying, “I didn’t recognize her,” “Where did she get her nose done? I want to get it too,” “This is the first time I’ve seen these photos. I’m shocked,” and “Wow, it’s amazing that such a transformation is possible.”
Lee Da Hee
Lee Da Hee previously appeared as a special MC on SBS’s My Little Old Boy. She captivated viewers with her slim figure, striking features and down-to-earth personality. During the show, Seo Jang Hoon asked her about her insecurities, to which she responded, “I have a tall height and broad shoulders. Even if I gain a little weight, my shoulders look broader.” However, shortly after the broadcast, some netizens claimed that Lee Da Hee’s face had changed and raised suspicions of plastic surgery. They commented, “Her face looks generally swollen,” “I didn’t recognize her for a moment,” and “That’s not the Lee Da Hee I knew.” Other netizens dismissed these suspicions, saying, “Her makeup is different, and she seems to have lost a lot of weight,” “What surgery? Her face looks the same,” and “She doesn’t seem to have changed at all.” This sparked a debate online. Previously, Lee Da Hee had mentioned, “People often ask if I’ve had plastic surgery because I look different when I gain or lose weight,” and added, “I diet because I look smaller when I lose a lot of weight,” drawing attention.
Kim Ah Joong
Kim Ah Joong, who famously played a character who undergoes cosmetic surgery in the movie 200 Pounds Beauty, had her own thoughts on the topic. At a movie event, she opened up about her views, saying, “Sometimes changing the world feels impossible. But you can always change yourself to better fit in. That’s why I personally don’t see anything wrong with cosmetic surgery. Filming the movie really made me understand how powerful appearance insecurities can be. If surgery helps someone overcome those insecurities and gain confidence, then I don’t think it deserves criticism.” However, her stance wasn’t without its challenges. After the movie’s release, some older photos of her surfaced online, sparking discussions.
Meanwhile, other celebrities who have made headlines due to their dramatically changed appearances include Lee Da Hae, Han Go Eun, Jessica Jung, Lee Jong Suk, Taeyeon and Lee Jin.
