Shuhua, a member of the popular K-pop girl group (G)I-DLE, has sparked speculation among Korean netizens about potentially leaving her idol career behind. The rumors began swirling on May 16, 2024, after a post titled “Is Shuhua abandoning Korea?” appeared on the South Korean online community forum Nate Pann.
The post highlighted Shuhua’s recent social media activity, noting that since the start of May, her Instagram posts have been exclusively in Chinese. She has also been collaborating with Taiwanese brands and media outlets, leading some to wonder if she is distancing herself from her Korean fan base.
The original poster pointed out that Shuhua no longer interacts with Korean comments and suggested that she may be focusing more on her Taiwanese roots.
It was also mentioned that Shuhua is rumored to be absent from (G)I-DLE’s upcoming comeback promotions, as she has been traveling frequently between South Korea and Taiwan. This has led to further speculation that she might be planning to leave the group.
Korean netizens quickly reacted to the post, with many believing it might be better for Shuhua to return to Taiwan and pursue a different career path. Some netizens criticized her live vocal abilities and suggested that her recent focus on Taiwan could be an attempt to escape criticism in South Korea.
Others speculated that she might be setting the stage for a future career in her home country, especially given that (G)I-DLE’s contract with CUBE Entertainment is set to expire in just over a year.
Amid these discussions, the possibility of Shuhua leaving (G)I-DLE has become a hot topic. Many fans are concerned about her future in the K-pop industry, given the controversy surrounding her live performances.
While some continue to support her, believing in her potential and growth, others feel disillusioned by the recent developments and question her commitment to the group.
