Harada Rin’s (Harin) NJZ Trainee Claims Spark Debate Over Member Fit
Japanese model and former trainee Harada Rin, known as Harin, is in the spotlight after claims surfaced she was in NJZ’s (formerly NewJeans) predebut lineup.
Her visuals caught fans’ attention instantly. But netizens quickly debated if her image suited the group’s vibe.
Harin would have been the oldest member and the only Japanese trainee, shifting NJZ’s all-Korean dynamic. This raised eyebrows online.
Many said her look seemed too mature compared to the final members.
“She’s gorgeous, but compared to the NewJeans members, she looks way more mature.”
“She’s beautiful, but she just doesn’t have that unique NewJeans feel.”
Rumors also floated about six original members. An insider claimed Min Hee Jin asked a shaman who warned of bad fortune tied to one member, prompting the lineup to drop from six to five.
“They were originally going to have six members, but Min Hee Jin supposedly asked a shaman and was told one member had bad fortune, so they cut it down to five. LOL”
Harin’s deleted posts about her NJZ connection fueled the controversy further, sparking heated online debate.
Netizens continue to weigh in, praising her beauty but questioning if her vibe fit NJZ’s concept.
The situation remains closely watched by fans and industry insiders.
