SM Entertainment’s newest girl group, Hearts2Hearts, is already making waves ahead of its debut. The rookie idols recently appeared in their first-ever magazine pictorial for Dazed, leaving fans eager for more. Each member was featured in group and individual shots, promoting the luxury fashion house Gucci.
The members radiated elegance and charisma, confidently pulling off the high-fashion shoot. In particular, Yuha and Jiwoo garnered praise for their striking visuals, while Ian’s resemblance to aespa’s Karina became a hot topic among netizens.
While their debut is still days away, Hearts2Hearts is proving they have the star power to make an impact.
Mixed Reactions: Do They Have the ‘SM Vibe’?
Despite their impressive showing in the pictorial, not all reactions were positive. Some netizens expressed surprise, claiming that the group lacks the signature “SM Entertainment look” often seen in the company’s past girl groups.
Others pointed out that no single member stood out as the dominant visual, and some felt the members looked too similar to each other.
Online discussions varied, with comments such as:
- “It doesn’t feel like an SM group.”
- “Jiwoo is pretty, but I don’t see a distinct visual like usual.”
- “The first member (Yeon) looks like WJSN’s Dayoung!”
Despite the mixed opinions, anticipation remains high for Hearts2Hearts’ debut. With their first single, The Chase, now being released on February 24, 2025, fans are eager to see what the group will bring to the K-pop scene. Will they prove the skeptics wrong and carve out their own unique identity? Only time will tell.
