IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Accused Of “Mean Girl” Behavior Towards Much Younger Idol

IVE‘s Jang Wonyoung has been pulled into another “controversy” regarding her actions and has being defended by netizens.

In the past, Wonyoung has faced criticism for many of her actions and her apparent “bad” personality. Some have accused the idol of being a “mean girl,” or “pick me,” though she has been defended nearly every time.

Viral Criticism About IVE Wonyoung’s Personality Triggers Backlash

Recently, IVE appeared on M!Countdown, where the week’s first place nominees were NCT WISH and A2O Lite.

A2O Lite took home their 3rd win, and one of the members, Rada, had a brief interaction with Wonyoung, who was standing beside her. Rada bows to Wonyoung, who nods back and claps as the group accept their trophy.

RADA with IVE’s Wonyoung#RADA #라다 #รดา #A2OLITE pic.twitter.com/pDvOnW5Vlc

— rada pics (@radapics) October 22, 2026

The clip went viral as some weighed in on the interaction, criticizing Wonyoung’s response.

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— 오일구 (@soneonixo) October 22, 2026

Girl, Wonyoung is so stuck-up, or is she just keeping up that “queen bee” persona where she bows her head to nobody? LMAO.

— OP

why is wonyoung giving her that look..

— ⋆˚࿔ (@fleurohaa) October 22, 2026

Wonyoung not even greeting a junior who greeted her warmly 🙄🙄🙄

— holy_hyo (@Holy_hyo_) October 22, 2026

Others defended Wonyoung, reminding of the older idol’s seniority, and stating that her acknowledgement was appropriate.

Now some people in the quotes want Wonyoung to bow 180 degrees to this cute kid who just debuted, when she’s eight years into her career. Wonyoung smiled and clapped for her, and that’s enough. Being a senior doesn’t mean she has to do extra for every rookie

— ミサモ 🍀JWY8️⃣🍒🎀 (@jjyyiuluv) October 22, 2026

There’s absolutely NO reason to be spreading hate over a simple interaction. Wonyoung did nothing wrong, and neither of them deserves this. We will be blocking anyone who continues to spread hate towards either of them. Please be respectful and kind!!!

— rada pics (@radapics) October 22, 2026

wonyoung debut: 2018
rada born: 2011

she’s the senior by far and the girls were bowing to everyone out of politeness because they won, don’t ruin a cute moment ffs pic.twitter.com/La3mq9zlzK

— ˖ ࣪⊹౨ৎ⋆ erin | looks can kill out 26.10 👀 (@ivvaizumii) October 22, 2026